Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB510

Introduced

1/23/24

Refer

1/23/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

Appropriation; State Department of Health to provide epi-pens and AEDs in community colleges, universities and schools.

Impact

The enactment of HB 510 would potentially improve emergency preparedness in schools and campuses by ensuring that life-saving devices are readily available in all educational buildings. By equipping these institutions with epinephrine auto-injectors and AEDs, the bill can significantly lower response times in medical emergencies, which could ultimately save lives. Furthermore, the provision of these medical devices aligns with national trends advocating for increased health resources in schools, addressing both preventative and reactive health needs in educational environments.

Summary

House Bill 510 is a legislative proposal aimed at enhancing public health safety measures within educational institutions in Mississippi. The bill appropriates a total of $4,724,819 from the State General Fund for the fiscal year 2025. The funds are designated for the State Department of Health to provide public postsecondary educational institutions and public school districts with essential medical equipment, namely epinephrine auto-injectors and automated external defibrillators (AEDs). These items are crucial for emergency interventions in cases of severe allergic reactions and cardiac arrest, respectively, supporting the health and safety of students and staff.

Contention

While the overall intent of HB 510 appears to be widely supportive, discussions may arise concerning the allocation of funds from the State General Fund. Concerns could be raised about the appropriateness of spending priorities and whether this allocation is adequate to meet the health needs of all public educational institutions. Additionally, debates might surface regarding the maintenance and training associated with the use of AEDs and epinephrine auto-injectors, as simply providing the devices does not guarantee their effective use in emergencies. These aspects could lead to discussions about further legislative measures or funding for training programs that would accompany the distribution of such critical health equipment.

Latest MS HB510 Activity

View All Events: MS 2024 Regular Session HB510

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB337

Appropriation; State Department of Health to provide epi-pens and AEDs in community colleges, universities and schools.

MS HB344

Public universities and colleges; require to have epinephrine auto-injectors and AEDs in every building on campus.

MS HB760

Charter schools; authorize state universities and community colleges to issue charters and revise various other provisions.

MS SB2530

Certain mental health trainings and support services; require community colleges and public universities to provide.

MS SB298

Authorizing technical colleges and community colleges to affiliate with universities.

MS HB451

Universities and colleges; require to provide mental health assessments to members of school athletic teams.

MS HB77

Universities and colleges; require to provide mental health assessments to members of school athletic teams.

MS H4463

To provide green and healthy public colleges and universities

MS S2594

To provide green and healthy public colleges and universities

MS SB293

Authorizing technical and community colleges to affiliate with universities.

Similar Bills

MD SB282

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB0390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

PA HB1330

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

PA SB160

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB1220

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.