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OK HB2047
Bill
Status
5/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Preston Stinson
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AI Summary
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Creates the "Emerson Kate Cole Act" amending Oklahoma school medication policies under 70 O.S. 2021, Section 1-116.3
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Requires schools to call 911 whenever Epinephrine is administered to a student and notify parents as soon as possible when a student experiences a possible allergic reaction
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Mandates school districts use model policies developed by the State Board of Education (changed from optional to required)
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Requires annual training for teachers and school employees directly responsible for students on food allergies, recognizing anaphylaxis, and Epinephrine administration, to be completed before the school year begins or upon hiring
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Removes requirement for parent or guardian permission before administering Epinephrine to a student experiencing an anaphylactic reaction, while maintaining the waiver of liability requirement
Legislative Description
Schools; creating the Emerson Kate Cole Act; school medication policies; eliminating references to epinephrine injectors; eliminating reference to certain training program; parent permissions; 911; mandating parent notifications; allergic reactions; model policies; annual training.
Last Action
Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/14/2025
5/14/2025