An Act relative to furthering the success of opiate intervention programs
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to provide immunity from prosecution for certain first responders, such as police officers and firefighters, who provide or transfer opioid antagonists – medications like naloxone – to individuals experiencing an opioid overdose. The goal is to encourage and facilitate the administration of these life-saving drugs. It aims to support and expand opiate intervention programs within the Commonwealth. The bill was referred to the Public Safety and Homeland Security committee and subsequently concurred by the Senate.
Key provisions
- Provides immunity from prosecution for first responders who provide opioid antagonists.
- Applies to the transfer of opioid antagonists to individuals experiencing an opioid overdose.
- Supports the expansion of opiate intervention programs.
- Addresses the opioid crisis within Massachusetts.
- Related to public safety and emergency response.
- Facilitates access to overdose reversal medications.
Who is affected
- First Responders (Police Officers, Firefighters, EMTs)
- Individuals experiencing opioid overdoses
- Healthcare providers
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Public Safety Officials
Notable changes
- Offers legal protection to first responders administering opioid antagonists.
- Aligns with efforts to combat the opioid crisis.
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