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NJ S944
NJ S944Expands epinephrine administration mechanisms permitted in schools, institutions of higher education, and youth camps.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill modifies current law regulating the method in which epinephrine is administered in schools, institutions of higher education, and youth camps during emergency circumstances where an individual is experiencing anaphylaxis. Specifically, the bill removes references in current law requiring the use of a pre-filled auto-injector mechanism to administer epinephrine and replaces it with the term "single use dose epinephrine." In doing so, this bill expands the emergency use of epinephrine in these settings to include epinephrine nasal spray, as well as future advances in this area of medicine.
AI Summary
This bill expands the types of epinephrine administration devices that can be used in schools, institutions of higher education, and youth camps during emergencies. Previously, the law only permitted the use of pre-filled auto-injector mechanisms, which are devices designed to automatically inject a dose of medication. This bill replaces that restriction with the term "single unit dose epinephrine," which is a broader term that includes epinephrine nasal spray and any future advancements in medication delivery. This change allows for more flexibility in how epinephrine is administered to individuals experiencing anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction, in these settings, ensuring prompt and appropriate care.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (7)
Mike Testa (R)*,
Shirley Turner (D)*,
Carmen Amato (R),
Renee Burgess (D),
Vin Gopal (D),
Owen Henry (R),
Raj Mukherji (D),
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S944 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1000/944_I1.HTM |
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