Bill > HB4219

This bill amends the Illinois School Code to update terminology and provisions related to epinephrine administration in schools. The bill replaces the term "epinephrine injector" with "epinephrine delivery system," which is now defined as any FDA-approved form of epinephrine used to prevent or treat life-threatening allergic reactions. The legislation requires that the entity conducting anaphylaxis training must now issue a certificate to participants who successfully complete the program and allows the training to include techniques for administering non-injector epinephrine options. The bill maintains existing provisions about self-administration and school personnel administering epinephrine, including requirements for parental authorization, training, and reporting. Schools are permitted to maintain undesignated epinephrine delivery systems and train personnel to recognize and respond to anaphylaxis, with specific guidelines for training curriculum, emergency response, and documentation. The changes aim to provide more flexible and comprehensive approaches to managing potentially life-threatening allergic reactions in school settings, with an emphasis on preparedness and proper training. The bill will take effect on July 30, 2026.

Education

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=4219&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104