H.B. No. 4685 aims to enhance fire safety inspections at public and private schools in Texas by amending existing laws. The bill introduces new requirements for the training curriculum for fire protection personnel, mandating that it includes training on conducting fire safety inspections specifically at schools. Additionally, it establishes that fire safety inspections must include an examination of each automated external defibrillator (AED) on school campuses to ensure they are functional, with specific checks on the defibrillator's pads, battery, and status indicator light.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the responsibilities of individuals conducting these inspections, requiring them to provide written reports to the appropriate school authorities, such as the principal or school director, and to document the method and timing of the report delivery. The reports must be filed at the respective school campus and organized by the year of inspection. This legislation is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 419.029, Government Code 419.909 (Government Code 419)
House Committee Report: Government Code 419.029, Government Code 419.909 (Government Code 419)