Bill > HF1290

This bill establishes a new process for installing roadside signs that direct people to publicly accessible automatic external defibrillators (AEDs), which are portable medical devices used to help people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. Under the bill, businesses or locations with an outdoor public access AED can request directional signage from local road authorities, provided they meet specific qualifications, such as registering the device, placing it in an easily accessible location, and ensuring it is visibly marked. To qualify, participants must comply with existing AED registration and inspection requirements. The road authority must place appropriate signage within 180 days of receiving a request, with all associated costs paid by the requesting participant. If an AED is removed or becomes non-operational, the participant must notify the road authority to remove the corresponding signage. The Minnesota Department of Transportation is required to develop standardized AED signage by September 1, 2025, incorporating the universal AED symbol and consulting with stakeholders to ensure effective and uncluttered sign placement. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, with the aim of helping people quickly locate life-saving AED devices during emergencies.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1290&ssn=0&y=2025