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NC H397

Bill

Status

Engrossed

4/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Donny Lambeth

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of "epinephrine delivery system" to include nasal sprays alongside traditional auto-injectors with spring-activated concealed needles for treating anaphylaxis

  • Requires all North Carolina public schools, charter schools, regional schools, and laboratory schools to stock a minimum of two epinephrine delivery systems in secure but accessible locations

  • Authorizes trained school personnel and employees of authorized entities (recreation camps, colleges, day care facilities, restaurants, sports arenas, etc.) to administer epinephrine delivery systems to anyone believed to be experiencing anaphylaxis

  • Provides civil and criminal immunity to authorized entities, their employees, prescribing health care providers, and dispensing pharmacists for good-faith use of epinephrine delivery systems, excluding willful or wanton misconduct

  • School-related provisions take effect for the 2025-2026 school year; other provisions become effective upon enactment

Legislative Description

Use of Epinephrine Nasal Spray

Boards

Last Action

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

4/10/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules and Operations of the Senate4/10/2025
Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House4/1/2025
Education - K-123/25/2025
Health3/17/2025

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