Health - Opioid Overdose Reversal Drugs - Possession, Storage, and Administration Past Expiration Date
HB 1285 allows schools, colleges, and public buildings to legally possess, store, and administer expired opioid overdose reversal drugs (like naloxone) for up to one year after their expiration date. The bill amends Maryland law to explicitly permit this use while maintaining requirements for obtaining and storing these medications. Key provisions include updating school health policies (Section 7-426.5), college prevention policies (Section 11-1202), and public building naloxone placement rules (Section 13-518) to include expired stock within the one-year window. This change aims to increase access to life-saving medication during emergencies without requiring immediate replacement of expired stock.
Bill status
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Introduction
Feb 2026
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Governor
Introduced Feb 12, 2026
Last action Mar 3, 2026
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Feb 12, 2026
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First Reading Health
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Pam Guzzone
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