Massachusetts DPH Issues Advisory Regarding Administration of Medications by School Nurses During School Trips Outside Massachusetts

On February 4, 2025 the Massachusetts Department of Public Health issued an advisory to all public and private schools regarding the administration of medicines by school nurses during the portion of any school-sponsored trip that occurs outside Massachusetts. The advisory states that 105 CMR 210.000, including the provisions regarding delegation, cannot be used by school nurses “during any part of a school field trip that occurs outside of Massachusetts.” As the advisory reads, it pertains not only to the delegation provisions in 105 CMR 210.004 but also to the epinephrine provisions in 105 CMR 210.100.

Instead, the advisory recommends that schools consult their counsel and regulatory authorities in the applicable location.

We are pleased to provide advice to schools regarding all aspects of school-sponsored trips.

This update is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice.