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VA HB624
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Cherry
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AI Summary
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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