The bill amends section 1002.20 of the Florida Statutes to enhance diabetes management in schools by allowing school districts and public schools to acquire and maintain a supply of undesignated glucagon for emergency use in treating students experiencing hypoglycemic episodes. It defines key terms such as "authorized health care practitioner," "participating school," and "undesignated glucagon." The bill mandates that glucagon be stored securely and be readily accessible to trained personnel. Schools are authorized to obtain glucagon through various means, including donations, grants, and arrangements with suppliers, and they must ensure that trained staff are available to administer glucagon as per a student's diabetes management plan.

Additionally, the bill provides legal immunity for school personnel and health care practitioners who administer glucagon in good faith, protecting them from civil and criminal liability. It requires schools to notify emergency services and parents immediately after glucagon is administered. The State Board of Education is tasked with adopting rules to implement these provisions, ensuring that schools are equipped to manage diabetes effectively and safely. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 597 Filed: 1002.20
H 597 c1: 1002.20
H 597 c2: 1002.20
H 597 c3: 1002.20
H 597 er: 1002.20