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DE SB55

Bill

Status

Passed

8/10/2021

Primary Sponsor

David Sokola

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Origin

Senate

151st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Allows Delaware institutions of higher education (colleges and universities) to acquire, stock, and make available epinephrine autoinjectors for emergency use in treating anaphylaxis on campus

  • Permits trained employees or agents of higher education institutions to administer epinephrine autoinjectors or provide them for self-administration to anyone experiencing anaphylaxis, even without a prior allergy diagnosis or prescription

  • Requires employees administering epinephrine to complete a training program covering recognition of severe allergic reactions, proper storage and administration techniques, and emergency follow-up procedures, with certification valid for 2 years

  • Provides immunity from civil liability, criminal liability, and professional disciplinary action for health-care providers, pharmacists, institutions, and trained individuals who prescribe, dispense, or administer epinephrine autoinjectors in good faith and with reasonable care

  • Requires institutions to report each epinephrine administration incident to the Department of Health and Social Services, which must file an annual report to the General Assembly summarizing incidents and participation

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To School Access To Epinephrine Autoinjectors.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

8/10/2021

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Development3/18/2021
Health & Social Services1/28/2021

Full Bill Text

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