Controlled substances: other; opioid antagonist policy; require schools to implement in certain circumstances. Amends sec. 1178 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1178) & adds sec. 1179c. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0405'25
Impact
One significant aspect of SB0404 is the mandate for school districts to ensure that at least one employee in every school is trained in the proper use and administration of opioid antagonists. This policy aims to equip schools with the necessary resources to respond swiftly to opioid-related emergencies, thereby protecting students' lives. Furthermore, the bill requires that parents or guardians be notified whenever such medication is administered and that emergency services be called in suspected overdose cases. This legislative move is expected to improve the overall safety measures adopted by educational institutions concerning medication management.
Summary
Senate Bill 0404 aims to amend Michigan's revised school code by enhancing the legal protections for school employees who administer medication, including opioid antagonists, to students in emergency situations. The bill defines the roles and legal immunities afforded to school staff who intervene in cases of medical emergencies, specifically regarding opioid overdoses. It emphasizes that school personnel, acting in good faith and under certain conditions, will not be liable for civil damages or criminal actions as a result of their interventions, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.
Contention
Notably, the bill promotes a proactive approach to dealing with opioid emergencies in schools, reflecting a growing recognition of the opioid crisis. However, potential points of contention could arise regarding funding for training and drug supplies within schools, as well as concerns about over-medication or the appropriateness of staff administering medical interventions. Additionally, the bill ties its enactment to the passage of related legislation (SB0405), indicating that its implications will be more thoroughly tied to comprehensive drug policy reforms.
Same As
Controlled substances: other; definition of governmental agency under the administration of opioid antagonist act; modify. Amends sec. 101 of 2019 PA 39 (MCL 15.671). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0404'25
Education: all other employees; certain requirements related to seizure awareness; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1179c.
Health: pharmaceuticals; distribution of opioid antagonists by employees and agents of agencies under the administration of opioid antagonists act; provide for. Amends sec. 17744b of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17744b). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4366'23
Health: pharmaceuticals; distribution of opioid antagonists by employees and agents of agencies under the administration of opioid antagonists act; provide for. Amends sec. 17744b of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17744b).
Education: school districts; opioid antagonists; require school districts to obtain and distribute to certain employees and agents. Amends secs. 103 & 105 of 2019 PA 39 (MCL 15.673 & 15.675). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4734'23, HB 4735'23, HB 4736'23
Education: school districts; opioid antagonists; require school districts to obtain and distribute to certain employees and agents. Amends secs. 103 & 105 of 2019 PA 39 (MCL 15.673 & 15.675). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4735'23, HB 4737'23, HB 4736'23
Education: reports; grade requirement for certain immunization records; modify in the revised school code. Amends sec. 1177 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1177). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0875'24
Health: local health departments; opioid antagonist training; require local health departments to provide to schools. Amends sec. 105 of 2019 PA 39 (MCL 15.675). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4734'23, HB 4735'23, HB 4737'23
Controlled substances: penalties; conduct associated with entheogenic plants and fungi; exempt from criminal penalties in certain circumstances. Amends secs. 7401, 7403 & 7404 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.7401 et seq.).
Health: pharmaceuticals; distribution of naloxone under the administration of opioid antagonist act to any individual; provide for. Amends title & secs. 103 & 107 of 2019 PA 39 (MCL 15.673 & 15.677) & adds sec. 106. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4365'23
Relating to the use of opioid antagonists on the campuses of public and private schools and institutions of higher education and at or in transit to or from off-campus school events.
Relating to the maintenance, administration, and disposal of opioid antagonists on public and private school campuses and to the permissible uses of money appropriated to a state agency from the opioid abatement account.