S 1850 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Authorizes school nurses to administer opioid antidotes to overdose victims on school property, with immunity from civil, criminal, and professional liability, pursuant to "Overdose Prevention Act."

This bill (S 1850) allows school nurses in New Jersey public and private schools to administer opioid antidotes (like naloxone) to students or others experiencing an opioid overdose on school property. It directly affects school nurses and students by enabling immediate emergency response during overdose incidents. The key provision grants school nurses immunity from civil, criminal, and professional liability for administering these antidotes, aligning with New Jersey’s existing "Overdose Prevention Act" framework. This change specifically targets opioid overdoses (e.g., from heroin or fentanyl) and removes legal barriers for school staff to act in life-threatening emergencies.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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