This bill amends existing Louisiana law regarding the administration of medication in schools, specifically focusing on naloxone and other life-saving medications. It mandates that public and nonpublic schools must adopt policies to maintain a supply of naloxone and allows trained school personnel to administer it during opioid emergencies. The bill also outlines the required training for school employees, which includes recognizing signs of opioid overdose and emergency follow-up procedures. Additionally, it limits civil liability for schools and personnel involved in the administration of naloxone, provided their actions do not constitute willful misconduct.

Furthermore, the bill introduces provisions for the administration of other life-saving medications in schools. It allows licensed health professionals to prescribe these medications for school use and permits schools to maintain a stock supply. The governing authority of each school can authorize trained personnel to administer these medications during medical emergencies, regardless of whether the individual has a prescription. Similar to naloxone, the bill limits liability for those administering life-saving medications, ensuring that schools and their employees are protected from civil action unless there is willful misconduct.

Statutes affected:
HB456 Original: 17:1(M)
HB456 Engrossed: 17:1(M)
HB456 Enrolled: 17:1(M)
HB456 Act : 17:1(M)