The bill amends the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Act to enhance the professional development requirements for school district employees involved in athletics. Specifically, it mandates that every three years, athletics coaches, licensed teacher coaches, registered volunteers, and both competitive and noncompetitive spirit coaches must complete training on sudden cardiac arrest events and conditions. Additionally, these individuals are required to maintain a Basic Life Support certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation, adhering to the best practices set by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a provision that allows the training to include components aimed at educating parents of student-athletes about sports safety. This comprehensive approach aims to ensure that those responsible for the safety of student-athletes are well-equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to respond effectively to sudden cardiac arrest situations.

Statutes affected:
SB 226: 6-18-708(b)