Controlled substances: other; definition of governmental agency under the administration of opioid antagonist act; modify. Amends sec. 101 of 2019 PA 39 (MCL 15.671). TIE BAR WITH: SB 404'25
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Overview
This bill clarifies the definition of ‘governmental agency’ within the context of the Administration of Opioid Antagonists Act. It specifically defines what constitutes a governmental agency, excluding certain entities like licensed healthcare professionals and school boards. The bill also updates definitions related to agencies, employees, and opioid-related overdoses to align with the act’s purpose of combating opioid addiction.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘Agency’ as a governmental agency.
- Defines ‘Employee or agent’ to include employees, contract workers, and volunteers of agencies.
- Excludes licensed healthcare professionals from the definition of ‘Governmental agency’.
- Excludes school boards and public school academy boards from the definition of ‘Governmental agency’.
- Defines ‘Intermediate school district’ and ‘Municipal corporation’.
- Defines ‘Opioid antagonist’ as naloxone hydrochloride or similar FDA-approved drugs.
- Defines ‘Opioid-related overdose’ to include various medical conditions resulting from opioid use.
- Defines ‘Political subdivision’ to include various local government entities.
Who is affected
- Governmental agencies
- Healthcare professionals (specifically those licensed under the Public Health Code)
- School districts and intermediate school districts
- Local government entities (cities, villages, townships, etc.)
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