"Elijah's Law"
Oklahoma Child Care Facilities Licensing Act - Elijah's Law
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Summary
Requires the State Department of Health to develop and implement food allergy and anaphylaxis guidelines for childcare facilities.
Full Description
This statute mandates that the Department of Health, in consultation with the Department of Human Services, create comprehensive guidelines for managing food allergies in childcare settings. The guidelines must include protocols for preventing exposure to allergens, recognizing symptoms of anaphylaxis, and emergency response procedures. Childcare facilities are required to implement these policies to ensure the safety of children with known life-threatening allergies.
Who This Bill Serves & Who's Backing It
Core Patient Populations
People with food allergies — including children, students, and their families.
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Votes & Legislative History
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Childcare Epinephrine Law
Use of Epinephrine Auto-Injector
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Food allergy awareness
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