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2015 SESSION

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SB 1167 Epinephrine auto-injectors; possession and administration by certain individuals.

Introduced by: Emmett W. Hanger, Jr. | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Possession and administration of epinephrine auto-injectors. Requires the Commissioner of Health to identify and publish a list of certain entities or categories of entities that are located in or conduct activities in a setting where allergens capable of causing anaphylaxis may be present. The bill authorizes a prescriber to issue an order or a standing protocol in the name of such entities and authorizes an employee or agent of such entities to possess, provide, and administer epinephrine, provided such employee is trained in the administration of epinephrine. The bill also requires the Department of Health, in conjunction with the Department of Health Professions, to adopt policies and guidelines for the recognition and treatment of anaphylaxis in connection with such entities.

FULL TEXT

• 01/13/15  Senate: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/14/15 15101599D  pdf | impact statement

HISTORY

• 01/13/15  Senate: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/14/15 15101599D
• 01/13/15  Senate: Referred to Committee on Education and Health
• 01/20/15  Senate: Assigned Education sub: Health Professions
• 02/05/15  Senate: Passed by indefinitely in Education and Health with letter (12-Y 0-N)