The bill mandates that public postsecondary institutions in Minnesota maintain a supply of opiate antagonists, specifically nasal naloxone, on their campuses to address potential drug overdoses. The Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is required to ensure that at least two doses of nasal naloxone are available in each campus building. Additionally, the commissioner of health is tasked with providing resources, including training materials, to assist these institutions in implementing an emergency response plan for opiate overdoses. The effective date for these requirements is set for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Furthermore, the bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 151.37, subdivision 12, to include personnel from postsecondary institutions among those authorized to administer opiate antagonists in emergency situations. This inclusion expands the list of individuals who can administer these life-saving drugs, which already includes emergency responders, peace officers, and community health staff, among others. The amendment emphasizes the importance of training in recognizing signs of opiate overdose and the proper use of opiate antagonists as part of the emergency response protocol.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 151.37