Bill > H2281

This bill aims to improve student heart health by requiring the development and posting of guidelines and educational materials to inform students about the symptoms and warning signs of heart disease, cardiac abnormalities, and sudden cardiac arrest. The bill also mandates that students and their parents or guardians acknowledge receiving and reviewing this information annually before participating in athletic activities. Additionally, the bill outlines protocols for removing students from play if they exhibit cardiac-related symptoms and requirements for their medical evaluation and clearance before returning to play. The bill also amends existing law to require instruction in hands-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) as part of a high school graduation requirement. Finally, the bill establishes a fund to provide financial incentives for school districts to implement this skills-based CPR and AED training, with a focus on high-need schools.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2281