SB8

Permit a school district to administer epinephrine using a nasal spray.

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South Dakota SB8 allows school districts to administer epinephrine nasal spray to students during anaphylactic reactions.

South Dakota SB8 permits school districts to administer epinephrine nasal spray to students experiencing severe allergic reactions or anaphylaxis. School nurses and designated personnel can administer the nasal spray if they believe a student is experiencing anaphylaxis, regardless of whether the student has a prescription or has been diagnosed with an allergy. The bill also requires schools to adopt a policy for the use and storage of epinephrine nasal sprays and to notify parents or guardians about the policy.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

61 Yea

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4 Nay

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5 Absent

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Calendar

Jan 28

12:00 AM

House Education Hearing

Jan 15

12:00 AM

Senate Education Hearing

History

Feb 12

Senate

Signed by the Governor on February 12, 2026 S.J. 256

Feb 5

Senate

Delivered to the Governor on February 05, 2026 S.J. 197

Feb 4

House

Signed by the Speaker H.J. 229