Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Education
 
Board
State Board of Education
 
chapter
Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers [8 VAC 20 ‑ 781]
Action Revisions to the Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers
Stage Proposed
Comment Period Ended on 1/30/2026
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1/30/26  6:49 pm
Commenter: Ms. Cash

Requiring undesignated or stock epinephrine
 

Requiring undesignated or stock epinephrine for all children raises safety concerns, as epinephrine is a medication intended to be administered based on a specific medical need and diagnosis. Administering epinephrine without a child-specific prescription, documented allergy, or individualized health care plan increases the risk of inappropriate dosing, adverse reactions, and delayed emergency response. For children without a known allergy, the potential risks may outweigh the benefits. Ensuring that epinephrine is available for children with documented allergies and proper authorization is a safer and more appropriate approach.

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