The proposed legislation establishes the Heart Attack Task Force in Arkansas, aimed at addressing the high rates of heart disease and heart attack mortality in the state. The Task Force will consist of fourteen members representing various national organizations, health departments, and medical associations. The Secretary of the Department of Health is responsible for appointing members, who will serve staggered three-year terms. The Task Force will have the authority to make recommendations to the State Board of Health, pursue funding, and develop standards and policies to improve awareness, treatment, and recovery services related to heart attacks.

The bill outlines specific powers and duties for the Task Force, including raising public awareness about heart attacks, enhancing the training of emergency medical services and hospital personnel, and promoting the establishment of heart attack treatment centers. Additionally, the Task Force is tasked with creating a state heart attack registry to track and improve treatment outcomes. This initiative reflects a comprehensive approach to reducing the human and financial costs associated with heart attacks in Arkansas.