School Access to Naloxone Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the School Access to Naloxone Act of 2026, aims to reduce opioid overdose deaths by providing grants to elementary and secondary schools. It allows trained school personnel, such as nurses or designated staff, to administer naloxone and other emergency treatment drugs. The bill establishes requirements for schools to have programs, supplies, and trained personnel on site, and requires states to certify that they offer adequate civil liability protection for these actions.
Key provisions
- Provides grants to elementary and secondary schools for opioid overdose treatment.
- Allows trained school personnel to administer naloxone and other emergency medications.
- Requires schools to have programs, supplies, and trained personnel.
- States must certify they offer civil liability protection for school personnel administering medications.
- Modifies the Public Health Service Act to include funding for this program.
- Establishes a process for eligible entities to apply for grants.
- Defines ‘trained personnel’ and their required training.
- Requires states to review and certify civil liability protection laws.
Who is affected
- Elementary and secondary schools
- School nurses
- School-based health center staff
- State attorneys general
- Students
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