Expands the types of public school employees who can administer medication to students.

The bill allows public school employees or agents who have completed appropriate training to act as volunteer substitutes to administer medications to students. This change is meant to address challenges in meeting the needs of students who require medication while on campus. The administration of medication is subject to certain conditions, including parental authorization, prescription by a licensed professional, and approval from a health care professional within the department.

Expands the types of public school employees who can administer medication to students.

The bill allows public school employees or agents who have completed appropriate training to act as volunteer substitutes to administer medications to students. This change is meant to address challenges in meeting the needs of students who require medication while on campus. The administration of medication is subject to certain conditions, including parental authorization, prescription by a licensed professional, and approval from a health care professional within the department.