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SD 2459

An Act to ensure access to epinephrine for minors

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jake Oliveira

Massachusetts bill requiring schools and youth facilities to stock epinephrine auto-injectors and train staff to administer them during allergic emergencies involving minors.

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Bill Summary · SD 2459

Legislative bill overview

SD 2459 requires schools and other facilities serving minors to maintain accessible epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPens) and train staff in their use for emergency anaphylaxis treatment. The bill aims to ensure rapid response capabilities for severe allergic reactions that could otherwise be life-threatening in settings where parental medical supervision is absent.

Why this is important

Anaphylaxis can be fatal within minutes, and many schools currently lack epinephrine on-site or have limited staff trained in its administration. This bill directly addresses a public health gap where minutes matter in emergency response, particularly for children with unknown or undisclosed severe allergies who may experience their first reaction at school.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and liability: Schools must purchase auto-injectors and potentially absorb costs; questions exist about liability protections for staff administering epinephrine in emergencies
  • Scope of facilities: Unclear whether "facilities serving minors" includes all youth settings (camps, sports venues, daycares) or primarily schools, affecting implementation burden
  • Training standards and documentation: Bill's requirements for staff training protocols, refresher schedules, and documentation procedures may create administrative overhead without clear enforcement mechanisms

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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