Bill
SF 2499
Overview: SF 2499, Emergency medical services overdose data modification, has been recommended to pass as amended and re-referred to the Health and Human Services committee on Marc
Overview: SF 2499, Emergency medical services overdose data modification, has been recommended to pass as amended and re-referred to the Health and Human Services committee on March 13, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to improve the collection and utilization of data related to emergency medical services (EMS) responses to overdose incidents. By enhancing the data reporting and analysis capabilities, the legislation seeks to better inform public health strategies and interventions to address the ongoing opioid crisis.
Key Provisions:
- Requires EMS providers to report additional data points on overdose incidents, including the type of opioid involved and the administration of naloxone
- Authorizes the creation of a statewide overdose data repository to aggregate and analyze the reported information
- Mandates the development of a public dashboard to disseminate overdose data and trends to stakeholders and the public
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would primarily impact EMS providers, who would be responsible for the enhanced data reporting requirements. The data collected and analyzed would benefit public health agencies, policymakers, and community organizations working to combat the opioid epidemic.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been recommended to pass as amended and is now being referred to the Health and Human Services committee for further consideration. Pending committee approval, the bill would then move to a full Senate vote and potential reconciliation with any House version before reaching the governor's desk.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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