The bill amends the "Law enforcement and firefighter access to epinephrine act" to allow law enforcement officers and firefighters to administer an epinephrine delivery system in specific situations. It updates the terminology by replacing "auto-injectable" with "an epinephrine delivery system," which encompasses various forms of epinephrine, including auto-injectors, inhalers, and nasal sprays. The bill defines "eligible entity" as a law enforcement agency or organized fire department that is prescribed an epinephrine delivery system and outlines the training requirements for officers and firefighters to administer this medication to individuals experiencing anaphylaxis.

Additionally, the bill provides civil and criminal liability protections for eligible entities, law enforcement officers, and firefighters involved in the purchase, possession, or administration of the epinephrine delivery system, as long as their actions do not constitute gross negligence or willful misconduct. The amendments aim to enhance the ability of first responders to effectively manage anaphylactic emergencies while ensuring they are protected from legal repercussions when acting in good faith. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of several related bills in the legislature.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 28.821