The state senate today (March 16) passed a bill that leaves in place an order to provide Naloxone, an anti-overdose drug to Alaskan organizations and individuals for another four years. Governor Bill Walker had issued a 30 day emergency disaster declaration in February to make Naloxone widely available. Alaska’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jay Butler said today’s legislative action keeps the order in place.
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