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VA HB624

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mike Cherry

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires each school board to develop and implement a divisionwide plan for diabetes care and management for students diagnosed with diabetes, effective beginning with the 2027-2028 school year

  • Permits students with diabetes to carry and use cell phones or smart devices to monitor glucose levels, contact parents, or communicate with health care providers about diabetes-related needs

  • Mandates schools with 10+ instructional/administrative staff have at least two employees trained in insulin and glucagon administration; schools with fewer than 10 staff must have at least one trained employee

  • Provides civil liability immunity for ordinary negligence to trained school employees who assist with insulin administration, insulin pump insertion, or glucagon administration with proper authorization and parental consent

  • Directs the Department of Education to revise the "Diabetes Management in Schools: Manual for Unlicensed Personnel" by January 1, 2027, and review it at least biennially thereafter

Legislative Description

School boards; student diabetes care and management in schools, divisionwide plan required.

Last Action

Incorporated by Education (HB1301-Thomas) (Voice Vote)

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Education: K-122/5/2026
Education1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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