Bill > HB63

This bill expands current laws to allow authorized entities like recreation camps, schools, and day care facilities to possess and administer epinephrine nasal spray in addition to existing epinephrine auto-injectors for treating anaphylaxis (a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction). The legislation updates multiple sections of New Hampshire law to include nasal spray as an acceptable form of epinephrine administration, detailing requirements such as obtaining written physician and parental approval, ensuring proper training for staff, and maintaining appropriate storage and accessibility of the medication. The bill mandates that trained personnel must complete an anaphylaxis training program every two years, which covers recognizing allergic reaction symptoms, proper medication administration procedures, and emergency follow-up care. Additionally, the legislation provides legal immunity for entities, employees, healthcare practitioners, and trainers who administer or support the administration of epinephrine nasal spray, as long as they act in good faith and without willful misconduct. The changes apply to various settings including recreational camps, schools, postsecondary educational institutions, and other authorized entities, with the goal of improving emergency allergy response capabilities and potentially saving lives by expanding treatment options.