MN HF2860

Local health departments may obtain, possess, and distribute predosed epinephrine (EpiPens or similar FDA-approved devices) to locations within their community health services area for use during life-threatening allergic reactions

Administration of epinephrine under this authorization is not considered the practice of medicine, allowing non-medical personnel to administer it in good faith emergencies

Local health departments may obtain and possess vaccines required for school/child care enrollment, influenza vaccines, COVID-19 vaccines, and other vaccines as locally determined

Advanced practice nurses, registered nurses, or licensed practical nurses employed by or contracted with local health departments may administer these vaccines under condition-specific protocols

The Commissioner of Health must provide standing orders for epinephrine and vaccine distribution upon request from community health boards, along with training materials for epinephrine maintenance and administration