The bill aims to enhance diabetes management in schools by allowing school districts and charter schools to request prescriptions for glucagon, a medication used to treat severe hypoglycemia. It authorizes licensed pharmacists to dispense undesignated glucagon and permits schools to enter into agreements with manufacturers or suppliers to obtain glucagon at no cost or at reduced prices. Additionally, schools can seek monetary donations or grants to purchase glucagon. The bill outlines requirements for the storage and administration of glucagon, mandates parental notification after its administration, and provides immunity from civil and criminal liability for certain individuals and entities involved in the administration of glucagon under specified circumstances.

Key provisions include the requirement for trained school personnel to manage and administer glucagon, the immediate accessibility of glucagon to school nurses, and the obligation to call for emergency assistance following its administration. The Department of Health is tasked with adopting rules to implement these provisions, ensuring that schools are equipped to handle diabetes emergencies effectively. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 772 Filed: 1002.20