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New overdose treatment policies and naloxone availability for Coast Guard.

This act mandates the Coast Guard to update its policies on treating drug overdoses, including the compulsory provision of naloxone. This aims to enhance safety and emergency medical readiness among personnel, indirectly impacting the security of maritime operations.
Key points
Mandatory availability of naloxone (opioid overdose medication) at all Coast Guard installations and in operational environments.
Strengthened regulations regarding the possession and distribution of controlled substances on board vessels.
Requirement for Coast Guard participation in a tracking system for overdose and substance abuse incidents.
Ensuring privacy of personal data during the implementation of new policies.
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Additional Information
To direct the Commandant of the Coast Guard to update the policy of the Coast Guard regarding the use of medication to treat drug overdose, and for other purposes.
Print number: HR 2351
Sponsor: Rep. McDowell, Addison [R-NC-6]
Process start date: 2025-03-26