School Access to Naloxone Act of 2026
To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose, and for other purposes.
HB9251, the School Access to Naloxone Act of 2026, aims to amend the Public Health Service Act by providing funding for schools to train personnel in administering drugs and devices to treat opioid overdoses. This bill is designed to ensure that schools are better equipped to handle opioid emergencies, potentially saving lives in educational settings. The funding would support the training of school staff, ensuring they are prepared to act swiftly in case of an opioid overdose.
The bill primarily affects schools by providing them with the resources to train staff in emergency opioid treatment. This would make schools safer environments for students and staff, especially in light of the ongoing opioid crisis. The expected beneficiaries include school administrators, teachers, nurses, and other staff who would be trained to respond to opioid emergencies.
As of June 10, 2026, HB9251 was introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. This marks the beginning of the legislative process, and the bill is now under review by the committee. Further actions will include committee hearings, possible amendments, and votes before it can move forward in the legislative process.
