This bill mandates that, starting with the first full school year after its enactment, each school district's board of education in New Jersey must include instruction on bleeding control for high school students in grades nine through 12. This instruction will be integrated into the districts' implementation of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education. To fulfill this requirement, school boards are permitted to utilize training programs established by the American College of Surgeons, such as the Stop the Bleed program, which focuses on empowering individuals to manage bleeding emergencies effectively.

The Stop the Bleed program aims to equip individuals with the skills necessary to stop or slow bleeding in emergency situations, addressing a critical public health issue, as unintentional injuries are a leading cause of death for individuals under 45. The bill highlights the importance of teaching students techniques to control bleeding, such as applying pressure to wounds, packing wounds, and using tourniquets. By learning these skills, students will be better prepared to recognize life-threatening bleeding and respond promptly, potentially saving lives in emergency situations.