HD 1368 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to emergency stock supply of epinephrine in schools

This bill requires all public schools to maintain a stock of non-patient-specific epinephrine auto-injectors (e.g., EpiPens) for emergency use in treating severe allergic reactions in any student. Schools must store the auto-injectors in accessible locations, ensure adequate quantities based on student population, and train staff on proper administration, including using dose calculation tools. The Department of Public Health will establish regulations for storage, training, and regular inventory checks to monitor expiration dates. School staff who administer epinephrine in good faith during an emergency are protected from civil liability, and the cost will be covered by a surcharge on insurance payors as defined by existing law.
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