‘Dillon’s Law’ expands EpiPen access
By the Brillion News
MISHICOT – Gov. Scott Walker signed “Dillon’s Law” on Monday in an emotional ceremony at Mishicot High School.
The bill, co-authored by Rep. André Jacque, R-De Pere, allows trained individuals to carry epinephrine auto-injectors – usually known by the brand name EpiPen – to be used in the case of severe allergic reactions.
The bill is named “Dillon’s Law” in memory of Dillon Mueller, an 18-year-old Mishicot bot who passed away in 2014 from anaphylactic shock caused by a bee sting.
“Severe allergic reactions are a life-threatening conditions where acting quickly is necessary,” Walker said. “This common sense bill makes it easier to equip the people of Wisconsin with EpiPens to help save lives. I’d like to thank Angel and George for their strength and dedication, and all their work throughout the process to help make this critical bill a reality.”
Dillon’s parents, Angel and George Mueller, were there at the bill signing ceremony, along with students from Mishicot High School.
“Governor Scott Walker signed Dillon’s Eagle Scout letter of commendation in early 2014, and eight months later signed Dillon’s letter of recognition of being an organ and tissue donor,” Angel Mueller said. “Now, three short years later, in the same gymnasium we held his wake in, Governor Scott Walker is signing Dillon’s Law. This is a day of appreciation and gratitude for those involved in this legislative process. George and I are thrilled that through our perseverance, this goal was attained and is Dillon’s legacy to help others and save lives even though he’s gone.”
Dillon worked on the family’s dairy farm and hoped to be the seventh generation family member running the farm. He played football and basketball and was a member of the Mishicot FFA, where he was on the officer team. He was involved in Scouting and earned the rank of Eagle Scout.