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 emergency settings. The bill introduces the term "epinephrine delivery device" to replace "auto-injector," expanding the definition to include both auto-injectors and nasal sprays. It establishes that school districts and open-enrollment charter schools are not required to comply with certain sections if they maintain, administer, and dispose of these devices. Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of an advisory committee to oversee the administration of these devices and medication for respiratory distress, ensuring trained personnel are available on campuses.

The bill outlines responsibilities for schools and institutions of higher education in adopting policies for the maintenance and administration of epinephrine delivery devices, including training requirements for staff and volunteers. It specifies reporting requirements following the administration of these devices and provides immunity from civil or criminal liability for individuals acting in good faith under the new regulations. Furthermore, it allows pharmacists to dispense these devices without requiring patient-specific orders and clarifies that peace officers administering these devices are not engaging in unlawful health care practices. The Act will take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if that vote is not achieved.

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 1701, Human Resources Code 42, Education Code 51, Health and Safety Code 773, Occupations Code 562, Education Code 38)