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. Additionally, the bill allows school boards to utilize training programs established by the American College of Surgeons to fulfill this requirement.

The initiative is part of the Stop the Bleed program, which aims to empower individuals with the skills necessary to manage bleeding emergencies effectively. Given that unintentional injuries are a leading cause of death for individuals under 45, the bill emphasizes the importance of teaching students how to recognize and respond to life-threatening bleeding situations. By equipping students with these critical skills, the bill seeks to enhance public safety and potentially save lives in emergency situations.