Joshua Ashley Pauley Act
The Joshua Ashley-Pauley Act (2015) provides immunity for Arkansans who call for help during an overdose. If an individual calls 911 for themselves or another person, they are protected from:
- Arrest, charge, or prosecution for possession of an illicit substance.
- Arrest, charge, or prosecution for violating their parole, restraining order, probation, or pretrial release.
Opioid Antagonist Immunity Act
The Opioid Antagonist Immunity Act (2015) SB880 allows individuals to administer naloxone without civil liability, criminal liability, or professional sanctions.
No Prescription Needed for Naloxone
Arkansas pharmacists can order, dispense and/or administer naloxone to Arkansans at their discretion. There is no need for a prescription.
Naloxone Kits Required in Arkansas Schools
Opioid overdose rescue kits must be available in every public high school and every state-supported institution of higher education.
Naloxone must be co-prescribed with most opioid prescriptions
In Arkansas, providers must co-prescribe naloxone with most opioid prescriptions.