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Debate over how to stock epinephrine in schools centers on funding, feasibility
Summary
Witnesses at the education hearing largely supported having emergency stock epinephrine in schools but differed on funding mechanisms; one bill would finance state purchases while another sought alternate procurement and grants.
Speakers testified on competing bills to ensure emergency epinephrine (for anaphylaxis) is available in schools, with most witnesses supporting the public‑health goal but differing on the best way to fund and implement a statewide supply.
Student and medical witnesses described cases where stock epinephrine saved lives and urged adoption of a cost‑effective,…
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