Bill > H2222

This bill enables trained school personnel to administer life-saving epinephrine treatment in emergency situations when a school nurse is not immediately available. It allows public and non-public schools to register with the Department of Education to permit designated and trained staff to administer epinephrine by auto-injector during the school day, including field trips. The bill outlines several conditions that must be met, such as approval by the school committee or governing body, oversight by the designated school nurse, and proper training of authorized personnel. It also provides liability protections for school staff who administer epinephrine in good faith. The bill allows for epinephrine to be lawfully prescribed and dispensed to registered schools, which may maintain the medication in a secure but unlocked location.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2222