The Muñoz SAFE Act (AB 1651), also known as the Muñoz Student Allergy Framework for Emergencies Act, is a California health and safety law concerning pupils with life-threatening food allergies. The legislation was authored by youth advocate Zacky Muñoz.

History In 2023, Zacky Muñoz authored the Muñoz SAFE Act. The bill was signed into law in November 2023 by Governor Gavin Newsom. It was introduced by Assembly Member Kate Sanchez and co-authored by Senator Bob Archuleta.

Details of the Muñoz SAFE Act The Muñoz SAFE Act includes the following requirements: Requires schools, educational offices, and charter schools to store epinephrine auto-injectors in accessible locations for emergency use. Mandates annual training for school and after-school staff. Requires schools to retain a physical copy of instructions about the location of epinephrine auto-injectors. Permits schools to designate individuals with Activity Supervisor Clearance Certificates, such as volunteers, to receive training to administer epinephrine via auto-injector during emergencies.

See also The Zacky Bill

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