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HI SB846
Bill
Status
3/10/2015
Primary Sponsor
Michelle Kidani
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AI Summary
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Authorizes Department of Education employees and agents to volunteer to administer auto-injectable epinephrine to students with anaphylaxis in emergency situations, in addition to existing authority to administer glucagon to students with diabetes.
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Requires written authorization from a student's parent or guardian and medical certification from a physician, advanced practice registered nurse, or physician assistant before emergency epinephrine administration is permitted.
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Mandates that volunteers administering epinephrine receive instruction from a qualified health care professional (licensed physician, physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse, registered nurse, or certified diabetes educator).
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Requires parents or guardians to supply auto-injectable epinephrine supplies to schools, which must store them in a secure but accessible location.
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Directs the Department of Education to submit a report by twenty days before the 2016 legislative session covering implementation status, costs, training needs, and any proposed legislation.
Legislative Description
Administering of Auto-injectable Epinephrine; Students with Anaphylaxis; Education
Last Action
Referred to EDN, HLT, FIN, referral sheet 30
3/12/2015