DE HB149

Authorizes individuals age 18 or older with a relationship to someone under 25 at risk for anaphylaxis to obtain and administer epinephrine auto-injectors in emergency situations after completing an approved training program.

Requires the Department of Health and Social Services to adopt standards for and approve training programs for epinephrine auto-injector use, including instruction on recognizing severe allergic reactions, proper storage and administration procedures, and emergency follow-up protocols.

Provides liability protection for trained individuals who administer epinephrine in good faith without compensation during emergency situations, except in cases of willful or wanton misconduct or gross negligence.

Defines an "emergency situation" as a circumstance where a person experiences a severe asthmatic or allergic reaction requiring epinephrine when a certified or licensed health care provider is not reasonably available.

Does not apply to persons authorized under other laws to administer epinephrine or individuals using their own prescribed epinephrine.