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School Overdose Prevention Program: Training and Emergency Kits.

This new act establishes a pilot program to help schools combat opioid overdoses. Schools will receive funding for staff training, purchasing emergency kits, and educating about addiction. The goal is to enhance student safety and enable quicker responses in emergencies.
Key points
Schools can receive funds to train nurses, security personnel, and other staff in administering opioid reversal agents.
Funding will be allocated for purchasing special emergency kits that can reverse the effects of opioid overdoses.
The program also aims to raise awareness about opioid use disorder and strategies for preventing overdose deaths.
50% of the funds will go to schools in rural areas, and the remaining 50% to schools in areas with high rates of youth drug-related overdoses.
Schools with school resource officers or security personnel must ensure they are trained in opioid reversal agent administration.
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Print number: 118_HR_5652
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Process start date: 2023-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop Overdose in Schools Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5652.

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 2023-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools can receive funds to train nurses, security personnel, and other staff in administering opioid reversal agents.
  • Funding will be allocated for purchasing special emergency kits that can reverse the effects of opioid overdoses.
  • The program also aims to raise awareness about opioid use disorder and strategies for preventing overdose deaths.
  • 50% of the funds will go to schools in rural areas, and the remaining 50% to schools in areas with high rates of youth drug-related overdoses.
  • Schools with school resource officers or security personnel must ensure they are trained in opioid reversal agent administration.
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. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

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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