DIGEST
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or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
HB 1007 Engrossed 2016 Regular Session Moreno
Abstract: Authorizes the storage and dispensing of an opioid antagonist if done without charge or
compensation.
Present law provides for the prescribing and dispensing of naloxone or another opioid antagonist to
a third party who is not the individual to whom the opioid antagonist will be administered.
Proposed law retains present law and further authorizes a person or organization acting pursuant to
a standing order issued by a healthcare professional who is authorized to prescribe naloxone or
another opioid antagonist to store naloxone or another opioid antagonist and dispense naloxone or
another opioid antagonist if such activities are performed without charge or compensation.
Proposed law authorizes any person to lawfully possess naloxone or another opioid antagonist.
Present law requires a licensed pharmacist to dispense naloxone or another opioid antagonist
prescribed, directly or by standing order, by a licensed medical practitioner.
Proposed law retains present law and authorizes a licensed pharmacist to dispense naloxone or
another opioid antagonist without a prescription pursuant to rules promulgated by the La. Board of
Pharmacy.
Effective upon signature of governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.
(Amends R.S. 40:978.2(C)(1) and (D)-(F); Adds R.S. 40:978.2(G) and (H))
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The Committee Amendments Proposed by House Committee on Health and Welfare to the
original bill:
1. Authorize a licensed pharmacist to dispense naloxone or another opioid antagonist
without a prescription.
2. Make technical changes.