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LD 1199

Resolve, Regarding The Development Of A Medication Administration Training Program For Maine Youth Camps

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Mark Babin and 3 co-sponsors

Maine would develop medication administration training for youth camp staff to safely manage camper medications, but the bill died in committee without passage.

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
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Bill Summary · LD 1199

Legislative bill overview

LD 1199 would have required Maine to develop a medication administration training program for youth camp staff, enabling them to administer medications to campers under appropriate supervision and protocols. The bill sought to establish standards and guidelines for this training to improve medication management safety at overnight and day camps serving children.

Why is this important

Many youth camps currently lack clear protocols for administering medications like EpiPens, inhalers, and daily prescriptions, creating potential health risks for campers with chronic conditions or allergies. Establishing standardized training would allow camps to operate more safely while reducing barriers for children who need medication access to attend camp.

Potential points of contention

  • Liability concerns: Camps and the state may face disputes over who bears responsibility if medication administration errors occur or adverse events happen
  • Training burden and costs: Implementing statewide training standards could increase operational expenses for camps, particularly small or non-profit organizations
  • Scope of medications: Disagreement over which medications camp staff should be authorized to administer and what level of medical oversight is necessary before delegating this responsibility

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

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