Naloxone training in high schools (Assembly Bill A10060-A)
Tompkins County
Summary
The Legislature unanimously backed a state bill letting high schools teach Narcan use and let trained students carry it. With rural EMS response times over 14 minutes and fentanyl in counterfeit pills, supporters say a trained student could save a life. It's permissive, has a parental opt-out, and no unfunded mandate.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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Last discussed May 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
No cost to the county — naloxone would come free to schools through state opioid settlement funds.
High school students, their families, and anyone near an overdose emergency — including in rural areas with slow ambulance response.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Tompkins County Legislature - Regular Meeting — May 5, 2026
The Legislature unanimously backed a state bill letting high schools teach Narcan use and let trained students carry it. With rural EMS response times over 14 minutes and fentanyl in counterfeit pills, supporters say a trained student could save a life. It's permissive, has a parental opt-out, and no unfunded mandate.
Public Safety Committee - Regular Meeting — April 28, 2026
Cornell students asked the county to back a state bill letting high schools teach students to recognize and reverse opioid overdoses with Narcan. With rural ambulance response times over 14 minutes, a trained bystander could save a life. The committee unanimously recommended support.
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