| Action Summary | Ch. 853 (2020) amended ยง 8.01-225.17 of the Code of Virginia to authorize any employee of a licensed restaurant to possess and administer epinephrine on the premises of a restaurant at which the employee is employed, provided that such employee is authorized by a prescriber, and is trained in the administration of epinephrine. In addition, trained employees who provide, administer, or assist in the administration of epinephrine to someone who, in good faith they believe is having an anaphylactic reaction, shall not be liable for certain civil damages. Lastly, the proposed regulatory change will allow the storage of medications for use by children at a day care center on the premise of a food establishment. Currently, the Food Regulations allow only those medications necessary for the health of employees on the premises of a food establishment. The proposed amendments to the Food Regulations would allow those restaurants that elect to possess epinephrine on the premises in order to respond to an anaphylaxis remain in compliance with the regulations which govern the operation of their establishment. |
| Chapters Affected | Only affects this chapter. |
| Executive Branch Review | This action will go through the normal Executive Branch Review process. |
| RIS Project | Yes [6860] |
| Associated Mandates |
Chapter: 853 (2020)
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| New Periodic Review | This action will not be used to conduct a new periodic review. |
| Stage ID | Stage Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 9619 | Fast-Track | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 07/31/2025. |
| Name / Title: | Kristin Marie Clay / Hearings and Legal Services Officer |
| Address: |
Office of Environmental Health Services 109 Governor Street, 5th Floor Richmond, VA 23219 |
| Email Address: | kristin.clay@vdh.virginia.gov |
| Phone: | (804)864-7474 FAX: ()- TDD: ()- |
