New York State has enacted legislation, effective June 10, 2026, requiring certain private-sector employers to include an opioid antagonist (such as naloxone/Narcan) in workplace first-aid supplies where federal OSHA regulations require first-aid kits to be available.

What Does This Mean for School Bus Contractors?

If OSHA requires your company to maintain workplace first-aid supplies — which applies to most transportation facilities — you will be required to include an opioid antagonist as part of those supplies.

We are currently seeking clarification from the Governor’s Office and the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) on whether this requirement applies only to transportation facilities or also to school buses. Based on our current understanding, the requirement is expected to apply to transportation facilities only; however, we are awaiting formal confirmation.

Governmental entities are excluded from this law. As a result, school districts that operate their own transportation departments will most likely not be subject to this statute.

The law, along with potential amendments under consideration, authorizes NYSDOL to issue regulations addressing:

• The appropriate number of opioid antagonists required in workplaces.
• Training requirements and delivery methods.
• Qualifications for personnel authorized to administer them.

At this time, NYSDOL has not yet issued implementation guidance or training requirements. We are actively monitoring developments and seeking additional clarification specific to our industry.

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We will continue to keep the membership informed as more information becomes available.