This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2025 Supplement, section 121A.224, subdivision 2, to require school districts and charter schools to allow high school students in grades 9 through 12 to possess and administer opiate antagonists to other students. The previous language that permitted this action has been changed to a mandate, ensuring that all high schools must comply with this provision.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the legal protections outlined in section 604A.04 will apply to the possession and administration of opiate antagonists by students, reinforcing the legal safety for students who act in this capacity. This legislative change aims to enhance the availability of life-saving medications in schools, addressing the growing concern over opioid overdoses among youth.