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TX HB2283
Bill
Status
1/30/2025
Primary Sponsor
Philip Cortez
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "epinephrine delivery device" to include both epinephrine auto-injectors and epinephrine nasal sprays, replacing the previous term "auto-injector" throughout Texas law
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Applies to school districts, open-enrollment charter schools, private schools, institutions of higher education, day-care centers, emergency medical services providers, law enforcement agencies, pharmacists, and other entities such as amusement parks, restaurants, sports venues, and youth camps
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Requires the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission to adopt rules regarding maintenance, administration, and disposal of the expanded epinephrine delivery devices at applicable facilities
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Maintains existing training requirements and standing order provisions for personnel authorized to administer epinephrine, now covering both auto-injectors and nasal spray devices
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Takes effect immediately if passed by two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the use of an epinephrine delivery device by certain entities.
Education
Last Action
Left pending in committee
3/31/2025