Plain English Summary
Sam's Law requires all North Carolina public schools to develop and implement Medical Condition Action Plans for students diagnosed by doctors as at risk for medical emergencies, and Medical Emergency Plans for all schools to address medical crises. The law also clarifies that school employees authorized to provide emergency medical care are protected from civil liability unless their actions constitute gross negligence or intentional wrongdoing.
Arguments in Favor
Supporters argue this bill ensures vulnerable students with serious medical conditions receive consistent, coordinated care across all school settings, including field trips and sports activities. Proponents contend that clear action plans and liability protections empower school staff to respond quickly and confidently during medical emergencies, potentially saving student lives and reducing legal uncertainty for well-intentioned employees acting within their authorized scope.
Arguments Against
Opponents may worry about implementation costs and training burdens on schools, particularly those with limited resources or staff. Critics could also express concerns about whether broad liability protections might discourage accountability, or whether the bill adequately addresses potential gaps in emergency response protocols across different types of schools and activities.
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Sponsors
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 79
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 37
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 13
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 70
Cosponsors (22)
Representative · District 89
Representative · District 65
Representative · District 21
Representative · District 81
Representative · District 68
Representative · District 72
Representative · District 64
Representative · District 26
Representative · District 44
Representative · District 52
Representative · District 85
Representative · District 61
Representative · District 84
Representative · District 119
Representative · District 74
Representative · District 105
Representative · District 82
Representative · District 117
Representative · District 78
Representative · District 73
Representative · District 32
Representative · District 9
Vote Breakdown (1 roll call)
Final Vote
On: Second Reading
Party Breakdown