An act relating to completion of a mental health screening after administration of an opioid antagonist

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This bill would require hospitals to provide a mental health screening to anyone treated with an opioid antagonist. This change would be part of the state's strategy to prevent and respond to opioid overdoses. The new requirement would take effect on July 1, 2026.

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