SF1257 Summary

• Authorizes trained individuals and designated entities (recreation camps, colleges, universities, preschools, daycares) to obtain and administer epinephrine auto-injectors without a prescription when someone is believed to be experiencing anaphylaxis.

• Requires completion of anaphylaxis training every two years from approved providers covering recognition of severe allergic reactions, storage and administration procedures, and emergency follow-up protocols.

• Allows authorized entities and individuals to obtain epinephrine auto-injectors from licensed wholesale drug distributors by presenting valid training certificates.

• Provides Good Samaritan liability protections under Minnesota law to entities and individuals administering epinephrine auto-injectors in good faith emergency situations.

• Excludes public schools from these provisions, with epinephrine possession and administration at schools determined separately under existing school district statutes.