House Resolution No. by Representative Mike Johnson urges the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) to prioritize the implementation of policies related to instruction on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in Louisiana high schools. This resolution comes in light of a proposed bill that would repeal certain existing student instruction and teacher training requirements, while granting BESE the authority to establish new instructional and training requirements by rule. The resolution emphasizes the importance of maintaining CPR and AED training in schools, particularly following the tragic death of Burke Cobb, a student who passed away due to an undiagnosed heart condition.

The resolution also calls for BESE to consider the specific statutory requirements that would be repealed if the bill becomes law and to ensure that health and safety training remains a priority in their rulemaking process. Additionally, it requests that BESE provide opportunities for input from concerned citizens and advocacy groups during the rule promulgation process. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the president of BESE and the state superintendent of education to ensure awareness and action on this important issue.