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This bill requires all schools in New Mexico to develop and implement a comprehensive cardiac emergency response plan and install an automated external defibrillator (AED), which is a portable medical device capable of analyzing heart rhythms and delivering an electrical shock to restore normal heart function during sudden cardiac arrest. The bill mandates that schools create plans using nationally recognized, evidence-based guidelines that identify specific personnel responsible for responding to cardiac emergencies, establish clear protocols for such situations, determine appropriate AED locations, and ensure routine maintenance of the devices. Public non-charter high schools must comply with these requirements by the 2026-2027 school year, while elementary schools, middle schools, charter schools, and private schools must comply by the 2027-2028 school year. Additionally, the state's department is required to develop training rules for school employees on AED use by January 1, 2026, following standards set by the American Heart Association. This legislation aims to improve emergency medical preparedness and potentially save lives in school settings by ensuring quick access to life-saving equipment and trained personnel during cardiac emergencies.

Education, Health and Social Services

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=54&year=25