H4123
An Act relative to the distribution of opioid antagonists at correctional facilities
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Bill overview
This bill aims to require the distribution of opioid antagonists, such as naloxone, at correctional facilities in Massachusetts. The goal is to prevent overdose deaths among incarcerated individuals by providing a readily available medication to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. It seeks to expand access to these life-saving medications within the state’s correctional system. This aligns with efforts to combat the opioid crisis and reduce harm associated with drug use.
Key provisions
- Requires correctional facilities to distribute opioid antagonists.
- Specifies protocols for training staff on the administration of opioid antagonists.
- Mandates the availability of opioid antagonists during transfers and discharges from facilities.
- Addresses the storage and inventory of opioid antagonists.
- Requires reporting on the distribution and use of opioid antagonists.
Who is affected
- Correctional facilities in Massachusetts
- Incarcerated individuals
- Correctional officers
- Public health officials
Notable changes
- Expands access to overdose reversal medications within correctional settings.
- Addresses a potential gap in harm reduction efforts for incarcerated populations.
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Bill H.4123 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the distribution of opioid antagonists at correctional facilities
By Representatives Donaghue of Westborough and Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4123) of Kate Donaghue and Andres X. Vargas relative to the distribution of opioid antagonists at correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Presenters: Kate Donaghue , Andres X. Vargas
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.4123
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 5/12/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 5/15/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/26/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/8/2025 | House | Accompanied H2606 |
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