Senate Bill 417 was signed into law by Governor Whitmer last week, and now firefighters and police officers in Michigan will be allowed to carry and use EpiPens to treat life-threatening allergic reactions. The law also provides protection for school employees who administer EpiPens in good faith.
The bill’s sponsor, former State Senator Pete Lucido, said, “EpiPens are such a common tool used to help people experiencing allergic reactions, and our first responders will now be able to carry them while on duty.”
Lucido left the Senate after being elected Macomb county Prosecutor in the November election.
“These commonsense bills will make it easier for first responders and school workers to do their jobs and help save the lives of people in need. I can’t think of a better way to end my legislative career than having these bills become law,” said Lucido.
Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand
