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MA H1871

MA H1871
Relative to the access of epinephrine in schools


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to authorize school bus drivers to administer epinephrine. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill amends the laws of Massachusetts to allow school districts to authorize parents or legal guardians to permit school departments and school bus drivers to administer epinephrine, via an auto-injector, to a child in the event of an allergic emergency. The parent or guardian must provide a letter or prescription from the child's primary care physician notifying the school of the child's allergy and the need for epinephrine administration. The school must then promptly inform the school bus service provider of the child's allergy and provide a copy of the physician's documentation.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4449 (on 02/24/2020)

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