Bill > HB844

This bill establishes comprehensive health and safety measures for public schools in Missouri, focusing on two primary initiatives: automated external defibrillator (AED) implementation and bleeding control protocols. For the 2026-27 school year, schools will be required to install AEDs, train appropriate personnel in their use annually, and ensure these devices meet specific FDA approval and technical requirements. The bill also introduces the "Stop the Bleed Act," which mandates that schools develop protocols for managing traumatic blood loss by placing bleeding control kits in high-traffic and potentially high-risk areas, and training designated school personnel in their use. Additionally, the bill updates existing requirements for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) instruction, expanding training to include AED usage and ensuring that students receive hands-on training based on current medical guidelines. School personnel using AEDs or bleeding control kits in good faith will be protected from civil liability, and schools are encouraged to collaborate with local emergency services to develop and implement these safety measures. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will be responsible for developing guidelines, providing resources, and monitoring the implementation of these new health and safety provisions.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB844&year=2025&code=R