Bill > A05371

This bill requires 911 call-takers and dispatchers in New York County and New York City to complete comprehensive CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) training and annual follow-up training. The training must follow nationally recognized guidelines and 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 (AEDs) when available and appropriate. The legislation mandates that existing 911 call-takers and dispatchers must complete this training within twelve months of the law's effective date, while new hires must complete the training within twelve months of starting their job, with annual refresher training required thereafter. The bill defines CPR as medical measures to restore function or support ventilation during cardiac or respiratory arrest, explicitly noting that it does not include interventions when no arrest has occurred. By requiring this specialized training, the bill aims to improve emergency response and potentially increase survival rates for individuals experiencing cardiac emergencies.

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