MA H2503

Department of Public Health must create regulations within 180 days allowing businesses to obtain prescribed epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPens) to provide to anyone experiencing anaphylaxis, regardless of whether that person has their own prescription

Trained employees may administer epinephrine auto-injectors after completing required training covering symptom recognition, storage/administration procedures, and emergency follow-up

Untrained individuals may also administer epinephrine if devices are stored in locked containers and released only after remote authorization from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner via audio/video consultation

Businesses, employees, prescribing healthcare professionals, and trainers receive civil liability immunity for ordinary negligence related to epinephrine administration; immunity does not cover gross or willful negligence

Department of Public Health may establish a voluntary certification program recognizing businesses that maintain "allergy-friendly" environments and must publish annual reports compiling incident data from participating entities