This bill mandates that each school district in New Jersey obtain and maintain a standing order for ready-to-use undesignated glucagon rescue therapy, which is essential for treating severe hypoglycemia in students with diabetes. The legislation allows authorized school employees to administer this glucagon therapy to students experiencing severe hypoglycemic reactions, as outlined in the students' individualized emergency health care plans. The bill specifies that the glucagon must be stored securely yet be readily accessible to school employees, and it can be administered in various locations, including school buildings, buses, and during offsite activities. Following administration, the school employee is required to call 911 and notify the school nurse and the student's parent or guardian.

Additionally, the bill provides legal protections for school employees, including nurses and bus drivers, against liability for actions taken in good faith while administering glucagon, as long as they adhere to the provisions of the act. It also clarifies that the possession and use of syringes for this purpose will not violate any existing laws or regulations. The intent of the bill is to ensure that students with diabetes have immediate access to life-saving glucagon therapy while under school supervision, thereby reducing the risks associated with severe hypoglycemia.