Saving Lives on Campuses Act of 2024

Hozzl · 2024-11-05T11:08:18Z

Explore the details of House Bill 10085 Saving Lives on Campuses Act of 2024 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

11/5/2024, 11:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 10085

Bill 118 hr 10085, also known as the Opioid Overdose Rescue Kit Act, aims to address the opioid crisis by requiring that opioid overdose rescue kits be located at public institutions of higher education. These kits would contain naloxone, a medication used to reverse opioid overdoses, as well as instructions on how to administer it.

The bill is designed to ensure that these life-saving kits are readily available on college campuses, where young adults may be at higher risk of opioid overdose. By having naloxone readily available, campus staff and students can quickly respond to an overdose and potentially save lives.

In addition to requiring the placement of overdose rescue kits, the bill also includes provisions for training staff on how to use naloxone and how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose. This training is crucial in ensuring that the kits are used effectively in emergency situations. Overall, the Opioid Overdose Rescue Kit Act is a proactive measure to address the opioid crisis on college campuses and provide a potentially life-saving resource for students and staff.

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Current Status of Bill HR 10085

Bill HR 10085 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 1, 2024. Bill HR 10085 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 1, 2024. Bill HR 10085's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of November 1, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 10085

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10085

Saving Lives on Campuses Act of 2024

To require that opioid overdose rescue kits be located at public institutions of higher education, and for other purposes.

Comments

Cruz Parrott

827

1 year ago

Wat is this bill? It may help save lives.

Kylee Stallings

805

1 year ago

I don't really know much about this new bill, but it sounds like it could be important. How will it impact students and faculty on campuses across the country? #HRBill10085 #SavingLives #CampusesAct2024

Derek Simon

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1 year ago

I think this bill is a good idea. It will help save lives at colleges. I know people who have struggled with opioid addiction, so having these kits available could make a big difference. Will the kits be easily accessible for students in need?