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PA SB512

PA SB512
In grounds and buildings, providing for automated external defibrillator placement, inspection, maintenance and plan; in school health services, further providing for automatic external defibrillators; and, in charter schools, further providing for provisions applicable to charter schools and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations.


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Introduced
03/14/2023
In Committee
03/14/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in grounds and buildings, providing for automated external defibrillator placement, inspection, maintenance and plan; in school health services, further providing for automatic external defibrillators; and, in charter schools, further providing for provisions applicable to charter schools and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations.

AI Summary

This bill amends Pennsylvania's Public School Code to require the placement of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in school buildings and facilities, and establishes inspection, maintenance, and emergency response plan requirements for these AEDs. The bill also updates reporting requirements for school entities and the Department of Education regarding the number, condition, and usage of AEDs in schools. Additionally, the bill applies these AED-related provisions to charter schools and cyber charter schools. The bill aims to improve access to AEDs and emergency cardiac care in Pennsylvania schools.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (19)

Last Action

Referred to EDUCATION (on 03/14/2023)

Bill Topics

Education
  • ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
Health
  • ‐ Availability and Affordability of Medical Devices and Equipment
  • ‐ Emergency and Pre-Hospital Care

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