The bill amends existing Kansas law regarding the distribution and administration of emergency medications, specifically epinephrine and albuterol, in schools. It allows pharmacists to distribute stock supplies of standard-dose and pediatric-dose epinephrine delivery systems and albuterol metered-dose inhalers to schools under a prescription from a physician or mid-level practitioner. The bill also clarifies that pharmacists will not be liable for civil damages resulting from the administration of these medications. Additionally, it updates the definitions related to medication and healthcare providers, removing references to "auto-injectors" and "health care" in favor of "delivery systems" and "healthcare," respectively.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that each school district adopt a policy for the self-administration of medication by students, which includes requirements for written statements from healthcare providers, demonstration of medication administration skills, and annual renewal of parental authorization. It also stipulates that schools must maintain a stock supply of emergency medications, establish policies for their storage and administration, and provide training for designated school personnel. The bill repeals previous statutes that are now incorporated into the new provisions, ensuring a streamlined approach to managing emergency medications in schools.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 65-1680, 65-2872b, 72-6283, 72-6282