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HB 1376

Emergency medication.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Patricia Boy and 7 co-sponsors

Indiana law expands emergency medication access by permitting non-medical personnel to administer specific medications during acute medical crises to improve survival outcomes.

Public Law 105
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Bill Summary · HB 1376

Legislative bill overview

HB 1376 establishes protocols for emergency medication administration in Indiana, likely expanding who can dispense certain medications during medical emergencies and under what circumstances. The bill became Public Law 105 after receiving gubernatorial approval on April 22, 2025.

Why is this important

Emergency medication access can be lifesaving in time-critical situations where standard medical supervision is unavailable. This law potentially addresses gaps where people experiencing medical crises (allergic reactions, cardiac events, seizures, etc.) might lack access to necessary treatment due to licensing restrictions or delays in professional medical response.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of allowable medications: Defining which emergency drugs qualify and their dosage limitations—broader inclusion helps more patients but raises safety concerns if medications are misused
  • Liability and training requirements: Questions about who bears responsibility if emergency administration causes harm, and whether adequate training standards are mandated for non-medical personnel
  • Access equity: Ensuring emergency medication availability in underserved rural or low-income areas, and whether implementation creates disparities in who can actually access these protections

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

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