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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require schools to provide training on hands-only CPR and the use of defibrillators. Education.
AI Summary
This bill requires all school districts in Massachusetts to provide instruction in hands-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) as part of the physical education or health education curriculum for grades 9 through 12. The instructional program must be based on a model established by a nationally recognized association and include a hands-on learning component. High school students will be required to participate in the program as a graduation requirement, unless a licensed physician certifies that participation would be injurious to the student or a parent/guardian submits a written objection. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (23)
Carol Doherty (D)*,
Pat Haddad (D)*,
Shirley Arriaga (D),
Ryan Fattman (R),
Colleen Garry (D),
Ryan Hamilton (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Chris Hendricks (D),
Steven Howitt (R),
Kristin Kassner (D),
Sally Kerans (D),
Kathy LaNatra (D),
Joan Lovely (D),
Paul McMurtry (D),
Brian Murray (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Jerry Parisella (D),
Angelo Puppolo (D),
Adrianne Ramos (D),
Jon Santiago (D),
Adam Scanlon (D),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Tommy Vitolo (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4587 (on 07/08/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H464 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H464.pdf |
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