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SB 1374

Relating to the administration of epinephrine medication by public and private schools.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Chuy Hinojosa

Texas bill authorizing schools to stock and administer epinephrine without prior individual prescriptions to treat severe allergic reactions in students.

Referred to Education K-16
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Bill Summary · SB 1374

Legislative bill overview

SB 1374 would authorize public and private schools in Texas to stock and administer epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPens) to students experiencing severe allergic reactions, even without a prior prescription for that specific student. This expands current protocols that typically require individual prescriptions and parental authorization before schools can use epinephrine.

Why is this important

Severe allergic reactions can be life-threatening and require immediate treatment—delays in administering epinephrine significantly increase risk of death or permanent injury. Allowing schools to maintain standing supplies could be critical in situations where a student has an undiagnosed severe allergy or when parental/medical records are unavailable during an emergency.

Potential points of contention

  • Liability concerns: Schools may worry about legal exposure if they administer epinephrine without prior knowledge of a student's medical history or if complications arise
  • Cost and logistics: Schools must fund epinephrine supplies and train staff on proper administration and emergency protocols; auto-injectors are expensive and have expiration dates
  • Medical oversight: Questions about whether non-medical school staff should make emergency medication decisions, and whether standing orders (rather than individual prescriptions) provide adequate safeguards against misuse

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

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