Bill > S1595

This bill amends existing Massachusetts school law to enable trained school personnel to administer epinephrine auto-injectors during life-threatening anaphylactic emergencies when a school nurse is not immediately available. The bill outlines specific conditions for implementing such a program, including: school committee approval of policies, oversight by a designated school nurse leader, comprehensive training and competency testing for authorized personnel, and strict protocols for emergency administration. When epinephrine is administered, school staff must immediately contact emergency medical services and notify the student's parents/guardians, school nurse, and physicians. The legislation provides legal protection for properly trained school personnel who administer epinephrine in good faith, preventing civil liability for ordinary negligence. Additionally, the bill allows schools to obtain and maintain epinephrine kits in a secure location, with prescriptions for these kits considered legitimate medical purposes. This measure aims to improve student safety by ensuring rapid response to potentially fatal allergic reactions, particularly in situations where a school nurse is not present.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1595