MS HB1142

Authorizes schools to obtain and maintain stock supplies of epinephrine auto-injectors prescribed in the school's name by authorized health care providers, and permits school nurses and designated personnel to administer them to students experiencing anaphylaxis.

Requires designated school personnel to complete anaphylaxis training from nationally recognized organizations before administering epinephrine, with refresher training required every two years, covering recognition of allergic reactions, storage/administration procedures, and emergency follow-up.

Allows local school boards to arrange with manufacturers or suppliers to obtain epinephrine auto-injectors at fair-market, free, or reduced prices.

Extends similar epinephrine stocking and administration authority to authorized entities (restaurants, recreation camps, youth sports leagues, amusement parks, sports arenas) with comparable training and reporting requirements.

Provides liability immunity for schools, authorized entities, and their personnel for ordinary negligence in administering or failing to administer epinephrine auto-injectors, excluding gross or willful negligence; requires schools and entities to report severe allergic reaction incidents and administration of epinephrine to state agencies.