Bill > S1498

This bill aims to enable trained school personnel to administer life-saving epinephrine treatment during emergencies when a school nurse is not immediately available. The key provisions include: allowing public and non-public schools to register with the Department of Education to permit trained school personnel to administer epinephrine auto-injectors in life-threatening situations; requiring the school committee or administrative officer to approve policies governing the administration of epinephrine; designating the school nurse leader or responsible nurse as the final decision maker for the program; ensuring that the authorized school personnel are properly trained and tested for competency; and providing liability protections for school personnel who administer epinephrine in good faith. The bill also allows epinephrine to be lawfully prescribed and dispensed to registered public and non-public schools.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1498