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Proposes to add alpha-gal syndrome and Lyme disease to the state's list of mandatory reportable conditions for tracking and resource allocation.

Adds single-use epinephrine nasal spray to the list of medications that schools may stock and that students may self-administer for chronic conditions like anaphylaxis.

Missouri House Bill 3446 (2026 Regular Session), introduced by Rep. Walsh Moore, would add RSMo § 196.184 requiring restaurants to provide written disclosure of major food allergens in each menu item, on the menu or via a QR/digital menu with a non-digital alternative.

Authorizes school nurses to maintain an adequate supply of epinephrine delivery systems for use in life-threatening anaphylactic reactions.

Allows authorized entities to acquire and stock epinephrine delivery systems for emergency use.

Elijah's Law

A local ordinance in Kansas City, Missouri, requiring anaphylaxis management protocols in child care settings.

Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education, and Research Act

Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to include barley, rye, and oats as major food allergens and addresses Celiac disease prevalence and reactions.

SponsorRep. Luna, Anna Paulina [R-FL-13] (Republican)

Food Additive Prohibition Bill

Prohibits the use of certain substances in food products and authorizes the State Board of Agriculture to issue orders for violations.

ADINA Act

Requires drug labels for human use to clearly identify any ingredient derived from a major food allergen or gluten-containing grain; drugs without disclosure deemed misbranded.

SponsorRep. Kelly Morrison (MN-03) (Bipartisan)

Safe Step Act

The Safe Step Act requires group health plans to implement a clear and transparent process for patients to request an exception to a step therapy (fail-first) protocol, ensuring quicker access to medically necessary treatments for chronic conditions like asthma.

SponsorRep. Wenstrup, Brad R. [R-OH-2] (Democratic)

ADINA Act

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require the label of a drug intended for human use to identify each ingredient that is a major food allergen.

EPIPEN Act

This bill establishes requirements with respect to cost-sharing for epinephrine injectors under group health plans and group and individual health insurance coverage, effectively capping out-of-pocket costs at $60 for a two-pack of epinephrine auto-injectors.

SponsorMaxwell Frost (Democratic)

Childcare Epinephrine Amendment

Proposed legislation to modify the administration of epinephrine in childcare settings under the Child Care Organizations Act.

New York bill S8587A requiring child day care centers to have epinephrine devices and staff trained to use them on site in case of anaphylaxis or other severe allergic reaction.

Elijah's Law

Proposed law to require all childcare facilities to have food allergy emergency protocols, staff training, and potentially stock epinephrine auto-injectors.

Childcare Epinephrine Mandate (Proposed)

Pending legislation that would upgrade the current 'permission' for childcare centers to stock epinephrine to a 'requirement.' It mandates that every licensed childcare center be equipped with a supply of auto-injectors and have trained staff on site.

NJ Youth Camp Epinephrine Bill

Proposed legislation to mandate that youth camps (many operated by school districts during summer) maintain stock epinephrine and train staff on administration.

Elijah's Law (PA Proposal)

Proposed legislation to require the Department of Human Services to establish guidelines for anaphylaxis policies in childcare settings, including training and emergency response protocols for food allergies.