Allows law enforcement agencies to distribute epinephrine to officers; requires training.*
This bill requires New Jersey law enforcement officers to complete training on using epinephrine auto-injectors for emergency allergic reactions and to carry a one-dose device while on duty. Police departments must provide each officer with an auto-injector and ensure they are available in all patrol vehicles or medical kits. The law applies to permanent, full-time officers with arrest authority who already undergo mandated police training. It mandates certification of training completion and requires departments to maintain these devices, aligning with health department protocols. The policy directly affects all New Jersey law enforcement agencies and their sworn officers.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 16, 2024
Last action Oct 21, 2024
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Oct 21, 2024
Upper · Passed
Reported out of Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading
upper
May 16, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
upper
2 primary · 3 co-sponsors
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