This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 120B.236, to enhance the provisions for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) instruction in schools. The updated language specifies that school districts must provide one-time CPR and automated instruction, which does not need to result in certification. The instruction must now include training developed by both the American Heart Association and the Health and Safety Institute, ensuring that it adheres to nationally recognized, evidence-based guidelines and incorporates psychomotor skills for effective learning.

Additionally, the bill allows school districts to utilize community members, such as emergency medical technicians, paramedics, police officers, firefighters, and representatives from the Minnesota Resuscitation Consortium and the Health and Safety Institute, to provide training and resources. Community members are encouraged to offer training materials at no cost to the school districts. The bill also includes provisions for waiving the curriculum requirement for certain students, such as high school transfer students or those with disabilities, ensuring that all students have access to this critical life-saving training.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 120B.236