If this bill were to become law, it would amend current statutes to expand the training requirements for public high school students to include both cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Specifically, it would require school districts and charter schools to provide at least one training session in both CPR and AED use, rather than just CPR as currently mandated. The training must adhere to the most current national evidence-based emergency cardiovascular care guidelines and be consistent with national standards. Additionally, the bill clarifies that training must include hands-on practice for both CPR and AED use, and it applies the same certification and excusal requirements to AED training as are currently in place for CPR.

The bill also introduces a definition for "automated external defibrillator" and makes technical changes to existing language. It allows for the use of Public School Extracurricular Activity Fees Tax Credit contributions for training in AEDs, thereby broadening the scope of authorized uses for these funds. Furthermore, it specifies that students can be excused from training if they provide documentation of prior training or certification in either CPR or AED use. Overall, the bill aims to enhance emergency response training for high school students, thereby improving public safety.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-718.01, 43-1089.01, 15-808, 15-731, 36-2261
Senate Engrossed Version: 15-718.01, 43-1089.01, 15-808, 15-731, 36-2261