The proposed bill, known as "Elijah's Law," aims to establish a comprehensive statewide anaphylaxis policy for childcare facilities in Arkansas. The legislation mandates the Department of Health, in collaboration with the Department of Education, to create guidelines and procedures for preventing and treating anaphylaxis in children. This includes developing emergency protocols, training staff on food allergy management, and ensuring access to necessary medications like epinephrine. The bill emphasizes the importance of creating safer environments for children with food allergies and outlines the need for informational materials to be distributed to childcare facilities.

Additionally, the bill requires childcare facilities to notify parents or guardians about the anaphylaxis policy upon a child's enrollment and to implement or update their policies in accordance with the state guidelines within a specified timeframe. It also allows childcare facilities to apply for federal funding to support training and the procurement of epinephrine supplies. The overarching goal of the legislation is to protect children's lives by fostering awareness and preparedness regarding food allergies and anaphylaxis in childcare settings.