Michigan House Bill HB5052

Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 9/24/25
• Refer: 9/24/25

Caption

Health: other; administration of epinephrine; modify. Amends sec. 17a of 1973 PA 116 (MCL 722.127a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5054'25, HB 5049'25, HB 5050'25, HB 5051'25, HB 5053'25

Impact

The implementation of HB 5052 is expected to make children's camps more accommodating for children with health challenges. By permitting these medical devices, camps can better support children who require immediate access to their inhalers or epinephrine in the case of an allergic reaction. The regulations also require camps to maintain a written emergency care plan that is tailored to each child’s specific medical needs, addressing safety concerns and facilitating better care management.

Summary

House Bill 5052 proposes amendments to the 1973 Public Act 116, aimed at enhancing the safety and health regulations within children's camps. The bill allows minor children to possess and use essential medical devices, namely metered dose inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors, at camp facilities under specific conditions. This amendment seeks to ensure that children with asthma or severe allergies can manage their conditions effectively while participating in camp activities, thus promoting their health and safety in potentially challenging environments.

Contention

While the bill appears to have the best interests of children's health and safety in mind, it may also raise concerns among some camp operators regarding liability. The bill includes provisions that protect camp administrators and employees from civil liability concerning the use or prohibition of these medical devices, contingent on compliance with established conditions. This clause could be contentious as it shifts some responsibility for care management away from camp staff, potentially leading to ambiguities in emergency situations.

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Furthermore, the enactment of HB 5052 is contingent upon the passage of several tied bills (HB 5049, 5050, 5051, 5053, and 5054), indicating a broader legislative strategy aimed at comprehensive health care policies for youth in camp settings.