The resolution recognizes February 2025 as American Heart Month, highlighting the critical issue of cardiac arrest, which affects over 350,000 individuals annually outside of hospitals, with a survival rate of only about 10%. It emphasizes the importance of immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), noting that timely intervention can significantly increase survival chances. Despite this, only 46% of those experiencing cardiac arrest receive CPR from bystanders, underscoring the need for greater awareness and education regarding cardiac emergencies.

To address this issue, the resolution calls for increased public education on CPR and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), encouraging households to participate in training programs. It aligns with the American Heart Association's goal of doubling cardiac arrest survival rates by 2030 by empowering individuals to act in emergencies. The resolution ultimately urges all citizens to become "lifesavers" by learning CPR, thereby enhancing community preparedness and response to cardiac emergencies.