The bill amends sections 1178 and 1179 of the Revised School Code to enhance the legal protections for school employees administering medications and to clarify the conditions under which students may possess and use certain medical devices and substances at school. Specifically, it establishes that school employees who administer medication or an epinephrine delivery system in good faith, under specified conditions, are not liable for civil damages or criminal actions, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct. The bill also clarifies that a school district or nonpublic school is not liable for injuries arising from actions taken under these provisions.

Additionally, the bill allows students to possess and use metered dose inhalers and epinephrine delivery systems at school, provided they have written approval from a physician and, if a minor, from a parent or guardian. It also permits students to use FDA-approved over-the-counter topical substances under similar conditions. The bill includes definitions for terms such as "epinephrine delivery system" and outlines the responsibilities of school personnel regarding student medications. Overall, the amendments aim to ensure that students with medical needs can access necessary treatments while providing legal protections for school staff involved in administering these treatments.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 380.1178, 380.1179