The bill, H.B. No. 2056, introduces new provisions regarding the designation of a school health officer in each school district campus and outlines the responsibilities associated with this role. Specifically, the principal of each campus is required to designate an employee as the school health officer, who will manage health initiatives and administer medication to students in compliance with established rules. Additionally, the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission is tasked with adopting rules for the administration of medication by these officers, including a list of permissible medications.

Furthermore, the bill amends the existing provisions related to the school health and safety allotment under the Foundation School Program. It expands the use of allocated funds to include the provision of school health officers for each district campus, alongside other safety and security measures. The amendments also emphasize the importance of using these funds strictly for the purposes outlined in the bill, ensuring that school districts are held accountable for their expenditures related to health and safety initiatives. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 48.115, Education Code 37.354 (Education Code 37, Education Code 48)