H.B. No. 4783 introduces a new requirement for the Texas Health and Safety Code by adding Section 461A.060, which mandates a biennial report on governmental opioid antagonist programs aimed at reversing and preventing opioid overdoses. The report, due by October 1 of each even-numbered year, will be prepared by the commission and submitted to the governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker of the house. It will evaluate the distribution of opioid antagonists in Texas and include a needs assessment for existing programs, establish a statewide saturation goal, and outline strategies for distribution. Additionally, the report will detail funding sources, recommend improvements for high-risk populations, and include a communications plan for areas with higher overdose risks.

The bill emphasizes the importance of collaboration, requiring the commission to coordinate with state agencies and institutions of higher education that are involved in the distribution of opioid antagonists. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance the effectiveness of opioid overdose prevention efforts across the state. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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