Yesterday, Governor Jerry Brown signed AB 1535 (Bloom), one of CPhA's sponsored bills and a legislative priority.  AB 1535 authorizes pharmacists to furnish naloxone hydrochloride pursuant to a statewide protocol.  This allows pharmacists to furnish naloxone directly to patients who have been prescribed opioid products but do not have a prescription for naloxone, to patients who self-identify a need for naloxone, and individuals who ask for naloxone for potential use on a friend or family member.  California law already allows for the prescribing of naloxone to friends and family members of those who may need an emergency dose, and provides "good Samaritan" protections to laypersons who administer naloxone.  AB 1535 increases access to naloxone by allowing individuals to receive naloxone directly from a pharmacist without having to first obtain a prescription from their physician or other prescriber.