The bill, H.B. No. 4684, mandates that school district, private school, and open-enrollment charter school employees and volunteers receive instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Specifically, it amends Sections 22.902(c) and (e) of the Education Code to require that certain school personnel, including nurses, athletic coaches, and physical education instructors, participate in CPR and AED training and maintain certification from recognized organizations such as the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

Additionally, the bill removes previous restrictions that limited CPR and AED training to private schools receiving specific funding or equipment from the agency. Instead, it now requires all private and open-enrollment charter schools to adopt a policy ensuring that instruction in CPR and AED techniques is available to their employees and volunteers, in compliance with the new requirements. The provisions of this act will take effect starting with the 2025-2026 school year, and it may take effect immediately if it receives the necessary legislative approval.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 22.902 (Education Code 22)