The General Assembly Raised Bill No. 1190 mandates that all nursing homes and assisted living facilities be equipped with an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) by January 1, 2026. The bill defines key terms, including "assisted living facility," "automated external defibrillator," and "nursing home," to clarify the scope of the legislation. It requires that each facility maintain an AED in a central location that is accessible to staff, residents, and visiting family members. Additionally, at least one staff member trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and AED use must be present during all operational hours, and the AED must be maintained and tested according to the manufacturer's guidelines.

The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, and introduces new legal language to current law, specifically establishing the requirements for AEDs in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. The proposed deletions from current law are not applicable as this bill introduces new provisions rather than amending existing ones. The overall purpose of the bill is to enhance emergency preparedness in these facilities, ensuring that they are equipped to respond effectively to cardiac emergencies.