This bill mandates the establishment of a cardiac emergency response plan in every public and accredited nonpublic school in South Dakota. Each school district's board and governing board must collaborate with local emergency service providers to develop a plan that includes the formation of a cardiac emergency response team, the placement of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in accessible locations, staff training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and AED use, and procedures for responding to sudden cardiac arrest or similar emergencies. Additionally, the boards are required to review the plans annually, conduct drills, and ensure the maintenance of AEDs.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that all public and accredited nonpublic schools must provide annual training in CPR, first aid, and AED use for specific employees, including athletic trainers, coaches, school nurses, and members of the cardiac emergency response team. This training must consist of at least three hours of instruction and be conducted by an approved emergency medical services provider or organization, adhering to evidence-based guidelines on emergency cardiovascular care.