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Opioid Overdose Medication Required on Aircraft

New regulations mandate that within 270 days of enactment, aircraft emergency medical kits must include medication and equipment for treating opioid overdoses. This aims to enhance the safety of passengers and crew by ensuring immediate medical assistance during in-flight emergencies.
Key points
All aircraft will be required to carry opioid overdose medication in their emergency medical kits.
The change aims to improve the safety of passengers and crew during in-flight medical emergencies.
These changes will be implemented within 270 days of the act's enactment.
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Print number: 118_HR_3616
Sponsor: Rep. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6]
Process start date: 2023-05-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To direct the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to include medications and medical equipment for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose in aircraft emergency medical kits, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3616.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All aircraft will be required to carry opioid overdose medication in their emergency medical kits.
  • The change aims to improve the safety of passengers and crew during in-flight medical emergencies.
  • These changes will be implemented within 270 days of the act's enactment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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