Modifies provisions relating to epinephrine products
HB 553 allows students with asthma or severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) to self-administer prescribed epinephrine auto-injectors or nasal spray at school under specific conditions. Schools must permit this if a doctor approves the medication, the student demonstrates proper use, parents sign a liability form, and a written treatment plan is provided. The bill also requires schools to maintain emergency epinephrine supplies accessible to staff and ensures trained school personnel can administer it during life-threatening reactions without liability for non-negligent actions. This replaces vague prior rules with clear protocols for student safety and school responsibility.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Dec 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Dec 13, 2024
Last action Apr 10, 2025
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Committee
6
Apr 10, 2025
Lower · Passed
Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 10 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
lower
Apr 10, 2025
Lower · Passed
Voted Do Pass (H)
lower
Mar 24, 2025
Committee
Referred: Rules - Administrative(H)
lower
Mar 12, 2025
Lower · Passed
Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 13 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
lower
Mar 11, 2025
Lower · Passed
Voted Do Pass (H)
lower
Jan 30, 2025
Committee
Referred: Health and Mental Health(H)
lower
Dec 13, 2024
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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