AR SB228

Students with diabetes may perform blood glucose checks, administer insulin, and treat hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia in classrooms and school-related activities upon written parent request and physician authorization.

Students with diabetes may possess necessary diabetes supplies and equipment on their person, and may access a private area for performing diabetes care tasks if requested.

School personnel designated as care providers must receive annual training by a licensed nurse or healthcare professional to administer insulin and glucagon to students with type 1 diabetes in emergency situations.

Parents or guardians must submit physician orders specifying circumstances, timing, and dosage for insulin administration, which schools must review and implement according to district policies.

School districts, employees, and healthcare professionals who train care providers are not liable for damages resulting from actions or inactions under this section; the Arkansas State Board of Nursing and State Board of Education must promulgate implementing rules.