The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes by adding a new section, 15-120.08, to the Arizona Revised Statutes, which mandates that all public schools adopt a cardiac emergency response plan by August 1, 2027. This plan must include specific policies and procedures for responding to sudden cardiac arrest incidents, evidence-based core elements recommended by recognized organizations, and guidelines for the placement and maintenance of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Additionally, the bill specifies that schools must establish a cardiac emergency response team and ensure that team members receive appropriate training in first aid, CPR, and AED usage.

Furthermore, the bill appropriates $1,000,000 from the state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Arizona Department of Education to support the implementation of these requirements. The Department is tasked with distributing these funds to public schools, prioritizing those with a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunches. Schools may use the funds for purchasing or maintaining AEDs, CPR training kits, and providing necessary training for personnel, while also allowing for the acceptance of donations to meet the new requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-120.08