The bill amends the Chase Morris Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Act to enhance training requirements for school personnel involved in athletic activities. It mandates that coaches and athletic trainers complete annual training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and prohibits coaches from participating in coaching until this training is completed. Additionally, school nurses are required to complete CPR training every two years. The bill also introduces a requirement for each public school to develop a sudden cardiac emergency response plan, which includes establishing a response team, ensuring the availability of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and conducting periodic drills.
Furthermore, the bill updates statutory language and emphasizes the importance of educating students, parents, and coaches about the warning signs of sudden cardiac arrest. It specifies that a student who collapses or faints during an athletic activity must be removed from participation until cleared by a healthcare provider. The bill aims to improve the safety and preparedness of schools in responding to sudden cardiac emergencies, with an effective date set for July 1, 2025, and an emergency declaration for immediate implementation upon passage.