Maryland Public Schools - Epinephrine Auto-Injectors and Albuterol - Policy and Training
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Summary
Authorizes county boards of education to establish policies allowing schools to stock undesignated epinephrine auto-injectors and emergency bronchodilators such as albuterol for administration to students experiencing anaphylaxis or respiratory distress.
Who This Bill Serves & Who's Backing It
Core Patient Populations
Patients who rely on timely access to emergency epinephrine.
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Legislative Timeline
Votes & Legislative History
Alex's Law (Amendment)
To Clarify The Types Of Epinephrine For Use In Elementary And Secondary Schools In This State
Clarifies that epinephrine for use in schools includes auto-injectable epinephrine and epinephrine nasal spray, updating existing school-based emergency medication laws.
Relating to requiring first responders to be trained to administer epinephrine delivery systems
Proposed legislation to require first responders to be trained in the administration of epinephrine delivery systems and to maintain such systems while on duty.
Needle-Free Epinephrine Bill
Use of Epinephrine Nasal Spray in Schools
Proposed legislation to expand the definition of 'epinephrine delivery systems' in schools to include nasal sprays and other needle-free products.
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