This bill would require the Department of Health and Human Services to give priority when awarding certain health grants to states that allow all trained individuals to administer the life-saving drug epinephrine and provide legal protections for those administering it.
Latest Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
AI Summary
Plain-English explanation of this bill
This bill would require the Department of Health and Human Services to give priority when awarding certain health grants to states that allow all trained individuals to administer the life-saving drug epinephrine and provide legal protections for those administering it.
Last updated: 12/29/2025
Official Summary
Congressional Research Service summary
<html><body><p> <b>Dillon's Law</b> <p>This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to give preference when awarding certain grants for preventive health service programs to states that (1) allow all trained individuals to administer epinephrine, and (2) provide civil liability protections related to that administration.</p></p></body></html>
Key Points
Main provisions of the bill
Gives priority for health grants to states that allow any trained person to give epinephrine, not just medical professionals
Provides legal protections for people who administer epinephrine in an emergency
Aims to make it easier for people to access and use epinephrine, which can reverse severe allergic reactions
How This Impacts Americans
Potential effects on citizens and communities
If passed, this bill could make epinephrine more widely available and accessible across the country, potentially saving lives of people experiencing severe allergic reactions. It would particularly benefit those at risk of anaphylaxis, such as people with food allergies, as well as their families and communities.
Policy Areas
Primary Policy Area
Health
Related Subjects
Allergies
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Civil actions and liability
Drug therapy
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Health programs administration and funding
Health promotion and preventive care
State and local government operations
Scope & Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction Level
federal
Congressional Session
119th Congress
Citation Reference
3910, 119th Congress (2025). "Empowering Parents’ Healthcare Choices Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-3910
