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HI SB846

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/10/2015

Primary Sponsor

Michelle Kidani

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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).

  • Requires parents or guardians to supply auto-injectable epinephrine supplies to schools, which must store them in a secure but accessible location.

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Education3/12/2015
Ways and Means2/12/2015
Education1/28/2015

Full Bill Text

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