An Act establishing a Naloxone Purchase Trust fund
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates a Naloxone Purchase Trust Fund in Massachusetts to ensure widespread access to naloxone, a medication that can reverse opioid overdoses. The fund will support the purchase and distribution of naloxone throughout the state, aiming to reduce opioid-related deaths. It establishes a system for acquiring and distributing this life-saving medication to individuals, community organizations, and first responders. The goal is to make naloxone readily available to those who need it most.
Key provisions
- Establishes a Naloxone Purchase Trust Fund.
- Provides funding for the purchase of naloxone.
- Supports the distribution of naloxone statewide.
- Allows for the distribution of naloxone to various recipients (individuals, organizations, first responders).
- Facilitates a universal access system for opioid antagonist distribution.
- Addresses opioid overdoses and related fatalities.
Who is affected
- Individuals at risk of opioid overdose
- First responders
- Community organizations
- Massachusetts residents
- Healthcare providers
Notable changes
- Creates a dedicated funding source for naloxone acquisition.
- Expands access to naloxone beyond current distribution methods.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Christopher Hendricks
David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf
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