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This bill authorizes the State Bond Commission to issue state bonds up to $250,000 to provide grants to schools for purchasing automatic external defibrillators (AEDs). An AED is a portable electronic device used to help people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest by delivering an electric shock to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm. The bill aims to improve emergency medical preparedness in schools by helping them acquire these life-saving devices. The bonds will be issued according to existing state financial regulations (specifically section 3-20 of the general statutes), and the Department of Education will be responsible for administering the grant program to distribute the funds to schools. By providing financial support for AED purchases, the bill seeks to enhance student and staff safety by ensuring schools have access to critical emergency medical equipment.

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