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OH HB462

Bill

Status

Engrossed

11/12/2025

Primary Sponsor

Tracy Richardson

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Origin

House of Representatives

136th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Expands existing Ohio law to allow students to possess and use nasal epinephrine delivery devices (in addition to autoinjectors) to treat anaphylaxis at school and school-sponsored events

  • Requires students to have written prescriber approval confirming proper training, plus parental consent for minors, and schools must receive a backup dose of medication

  • Prescriber documentation must include student information, medication details, usage circumstances, emergency contacts, and instructions for school employees if the student cannot self-administer

  • Mandates school employees immediately request emergency medical services whenever a student uses an epinephrine device at school

  • Provides liability protection for school districts, chartered nonpublic schools, and community schools when employees act in good faith regarding student use of these devices

Legislative Description

Regards student use of a nasal epinephrine delivery device

Education

Last Action

Referred to committee: Education

11/19/2025

Committee Referrals

Education11/19/2025
Health10/1/2025

Full Bill Text

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