§ 200:44-b — Supply of Epinephrine

I. A school district shall adopt a policy to and maintain a supply of epinephrine for use in an allergic emergency when a nurse is employed or contracted by the district. The nurse shall determine the quantity and type of medication the school should maintain.
II. To obtain life-saving allergy medication for a school district, a health care practitioner may prescribe epinephrine in the name of a school district for use in life-saving allergy emergency situations. If epinephrine is used pursuant to this subdivision, the school nurse shall order a replacement within 5 business days.
III. A pharmacist may dispense epinephrine pursuant to a prescription issued in the name of a school. A school, under the direction of the school nurse, shall maintain a supply of epinephrine for use in accordance with this subdivision.
IV. A school may enter into an agreement with a manufacturer of epinephrine, third-party suppliers of epinephrine, or health care offices to obtain epinephrine at no charge or at fair-market prices or at reduced prices. A school district may accept gifts, grants or donations from foundations, organizations, or private parties to purchase epinephrine.
V. Schools shall submit an annual report to the department of education summarizing the supply and use of epinephrine pursuant to this subdivision.

Legislative History

2024, 12:1, eff. May 14, 2024. 2025, 204:2, eff. July 1, 2025.