Bill > A05371

This bill requires all 911 call-takers and dispatchers to complete Telecommunicator Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (T-CPR) training, which involves learning how to provide high-quality CPR instructions to callers during cardiac emergencies. The training, which must follow nationally recognized guidelines, will cover four key areas: recognizing signs of cardiac arrest during emergency calls, providing step-by-step CPR instructions to callers, coordinating with emergency medical services to ensure timely assistance, and using automated external defibrillators when appropriate. The bill applies to both current 911 call-takers and dispatchers, who must complete the initial training within twelve months of the bill's effective date, and new hires, who must complete the training within twelve months of starting their job. Additionally, all personnel must complete annual follow-up training to maintain their skills. The bill amends both county law and the administrative code of New York City to ensure consistent implementation of these training requirements across different jurisdictions.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5371