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MA H2160

Requiring automatic external defibrillators in Norfolk County public buildings


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
10/04/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

By Ms. Garlick of Needham, a petition of Denise C. Garlick that public buildings in Norfolk County under the control of the Norfolk County Commissioners contain automatic external defibrillators and a staff member as an automatic external defibrillator provider. Municipalities and Regional Government.

AI Summary

This bill requires that public buildings under the direct supervision of the Norfolk County Commissioners have at least one automatic external defibrillator (AED) on the premises and at least one employee or authorized volunteer trained as an AED provider during staffed business hours. The Norfolk County Commissioners are responsible for ensuring the functionality and quantity of AEDs in these public buildings. The bill also provides legal protections for individuals who, without compensation, attempt to render emergency care such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation or defibrillation, as long as they do not act with gross negligence or willful misconduct.

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Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)

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