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SB 25-278

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Epinephrine Administration in Schools

Plain-English Summary

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Senate Bill 25-278, also known as the "Epinephrine Administration in Schools" bill, updates Colorado's school policies by changing the term "epinephrine auto-injector" to "emergency-use epinephrine." This change allows schools to use any method or device that can treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), not just traditional injectors. The bill affects students and staff in schools who may need quick access to emergency treatment for allergies. Since the bill has been signed into law, it is now official policy in Colorado, meaning schools must comply with these new guidelines.

Official Summary

The act changes the term "epinephrine auto-injector" to "emergency-use epinephrine" in order to encompass alternatives to injecting epinephrine as a means to treat anaphylaxis in school settings. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

Details

Chamber
Senate
First action
2025-05-30
Latest action
2025-04-04
Last action desc.
Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Health & Human Services
OpenStates
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Sponsors

Votes

REPASS
2025-05-02 · Senate · passYes: 35 · No: 0 · Other:
CONCUR
2025-05-02 · Senate · passYes: 35 · No: 0 · Other:
BILL
2025-05-01 · House · passYes: 62 · No: 0 · Other:
BILL
2025-04-23 · Senate · passYes: 35 · No: 0 · Other: