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HB 624

School boards; student diabetes care and management in schools, divisionwide plan required.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Cherry and 1 co-sponsor

Virginia school boards must create diabetes care management plans ensuring staff training and student support protocols during school days.

Incorporated by Education (HB1301-Thomas) (Voice Vote)
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Bill Summary · HB 624

Legislative bill overview

HB 624 requires Virginia school divisions to develop comprehensive plans for managing student diabetes care during the school day. The bill mandates that school boards establish protocols, train staff, and ensure appropriate medical support for students with diabetes in educational settings.

Why is this important

Diabetes affects approximately 210,000 Virginia children and requires careful monitoring throughout the day, including during school hours. Without structured school-based management plans, students with diabetes face health risks including dangerous blood sugar fluctuations, missed instructional time, and potential medical emergencies that could be prevented through coordinated care protocols.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: School divisions may argue the unfunded mandate creates budget pressures for staff training, medical supplies, and dedicated personnel without corresponding state funding
  • Liability and medical authority: Questions arise about which school employees can administer insulin or glucagon, and whether schools face increased legal liability for diabetes management decisions
  • One-size-fits-all concerns: Critics may contend that standardized divisional plans cannot accommodate the highly individualized nature of different students' diabetes management needs and family preferences

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

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