S 1551
An Act establishing a naloxone purchase trust fund
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a trust fund in Massachusetts to support the purchase and distribution of naloxone, a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. The goal is to create a more universal system for making naloxone readily available throughout the state. This will help to combat the opioid crisis by providing a resource for individuals and communities to access this life-saving medication.
Key provisions
- Creates a Naloxone Purchase Trust Fund.
- The fund will support the distribution of naloxone.
- The fund’s purpose is to establish a universal purchase system.
- The trust fund will be managed by the Public Health Administration.
- The fund will be supported by state appropriations.
- The trust fund can be used to purchase naloxone for distribution.
- The trust fund can be used to support training programs on naloxone administration.
Who is affected
- Individuals at risk of opioid overdose
- Healthcare providers
- First responders
- Massachusetts residents
- Public Health Administration
Notable changes
- Establishes a dedicated funding source for naloxone procurement.
- Aims to improve access to naloxone beyond current distribution methods.
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Primary sponsor
John F. Keenan
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Bill S.1551 194th (Current)
An Act establishing a naloxone purchase trust fund
By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1551) of John F. Keenan, James B. Eldridge and Ryan C. Fattman for legislation to establish a naloxone purchase trust fund to support a universal purchase system for opioid antagonist distribution in the commonwealth. Public Health.
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Presenter: John F. Keenan
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1551
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/6/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/11/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 9/4/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2931 |
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