§ 21-28.9-7. Opioid overdose prevention in college and university housing.
(a) Every institute of higher education in the State of Rhode Island including all public and private colleges and universities shall provide training in the administration of opioid antagonists to every resident assistant as designated by the institution. Such campuses shall provide and maintain on site in each college or university-owned or operated housing units, opioid antagonists in quantities and types sufficient to meet the needs of the housing unit. Such opioid antagonists shall be accessible by resident assistants for use during emergencies to any student, staff, or other individual.
(b) Every institute of higher education under this section may designate additional employees or staff members who administer opioid antagonists on a voluntary basis in the event a resident assistant is not physically present at a suspected overdose incident; provided that, such employee is trained in the administration of opioid antagonists.
(c) Any person or entity acting reasonably and in good faith in compliance with this section shall not be subject to criminal, civil, or administrative liability solely by reason of such action, pursuant to chapter 28.9 of title 21, nor shall they be subject to liability, penalty, or disciplinary action based on any college or university rules, regulations, or procedures.
History of Section.
P.L. 2025, ch. 238, § 1, effective September 1, 2025; P.L. 2025, ch. 239, § 1, effective
September 1, 2025.