S 2398
An Act directing the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to place naloxone in subway stations
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) to make naloxone, a medication that reverses opioid overdoses, available in all subway stations. The goal is to provide immediate access to this life-saving drug for riders who may experience an overdose while using the MBTA. Supporters argue that this measure will help reduce opioid-related deaths and improve public safety within the subway system. The bill is currently under review by the Joint Committee on Transportation.
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Primary sponsor
John F. Keenan
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
John F. Keenan
Patricia D. Jehlen
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Bill S.2398 194th (Current)
An Act directing the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to place naloxone in subway stations
By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2398) of John F. Keenan, James B. Eldridge and Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to direct the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to place naloxone in subway stations. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Presenter: John F. Keenan Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Transportation
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.2398
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/07/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 2/19/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 31, 2026 |
| 4/30/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Friday July 31, 2026 |
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