This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to enhance the provisions related to asthma inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors in schools. It introduces a new definition for "epinephrine delivery system," which refers to FDA-approved devices that administer epinephrine to treat life-threatening allergic reactions. The bill mandates that each school entity develop a written policy allowing students to possess and self-administer asthma inhalers and epinephrine delivery systems, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. It also outlines the responsibilities of school entities in training staff to administer these devices and managing their storage and access.
Additionally, the bill modifies existing language by replacing "auto-injectors" with "delivery systems" throughout various sections, emphasizing the broader category of devices used for administering epinephrine. It allows trained school employees to provide and administer these delivery systems to students experiencing anaphylactic reactions and establishes civil immunity for those administering the devices under specified conditions. The bill also includes provisions for school bus drivers and crossing guards to administer epinephrine delivery systems, provided they have completed the necessary training. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.