Public Schools - Airway Clearing Device Availability and Use - Policy (Bowen Levy Airway Clearing Device Act)

This bill requires every Maryland public school to have at least one airway clearing device (a portable suction device for choking emergencies) and authorizes school nurses and trained staff to use it during choking incidents. It mandates storage near eating areas and training for staff on device use and choking response. The State Department of Education must create a standard form for schools to report all device usage incidents, and the bill grants liability protection to staff acting in good faith during emergencies. The policy applies directly to all public schools, students, and school personnel in Maryland, with implementation required by July 2026.