H.B. No. 2283 amends the Education Code, Health and Safety Code, and Occupations Code to update terminology and regulations regarding the use of epinephrine delivery devices in educational and public settings. The bill introduces the term "epinephrine delivery device," replacing "auto-injector," and expands the definition to include both auto-injectors and nasal sprays. It mandates that school districts and open-enrollment charter schools adopt policies for the maintenance and administration of these devices, ensuring trained personnel are available during school hours and events. The bill also establishes an advisory committee to oversee the administration of these devices and requires schools to report the use of epinephrine delivery devices, enhancing accountability in responding to allergic emergencies.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the administration of an epinephrine delivery device by peace officers does not constitute unlawful practice in health care professions and provides immunity from civil or criminal liability for individuals acting in good faith under the new regulations. It allows pharmacists to dispense epinephrine delivery devices to various entities without requiring patient-specific orders and mandates that emergency medical services vehicles be equipped with these devices. The legislation aims to improve preparedness and response to anaphylactic emergencies across educational institutions and public settings, ensuring that proper training and policies are in place for effective management of allergic reactions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 38.0151, Education Code 38.201, Education Code 38.202, Education Code 38.207, Education Code 38.208, Education Code 38.209, Education Code 38.210, Education Code 38.211, Education Code 38.215, Education Code 51.881, Education Code 51.882, Education Code 51.883, Education Code 51.884, Education Code 51.885, Education Code 51.888, Health and Safety Code 773.003, Health and Safety Code 773.014, Health and Safety Code 773.0145, Health and Safety Code 773.050, Human Resources Code 42.067, Occupations Code 562.057, Occupations Code 1701.701, Occupations Code 1701.702, Occupations Code 1701.703, Occupations Code 1701.704, Occupations Code 1701.705, Occupations Code 1701.707, Occupations Code 1701.708 (Occupations Code 562, Health and Safety Code 773, Education Code 51, Education Code 38, Human Resources Code 42, Occupations Code 1701)