Bill > S06127

This bill, known as "Stella's law", requires all adult cafeteria monitors in primary and secondary schools to be certified in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and the Heimlich maneuver, and mandates their presence during all lunch periods. The bill provides specific definitions for key terms, explaining CPR as defined in the public health law and the Heimlich maneuver as a first-aid procedure involving applying sudden strong pressure to the abdomen between the navel and rib cage to dislodge airway obstructions. By adding a new section to the education law, the legislation ensures that school cafeteria monitors have the necessary life-saving skills to respond quickly to potential medical emergencies like choking. The law will take effect on the first of July following its enactment, giving schools time to train their cafeteria staff in these critical emergency response techniques. The bill aims to enhance student safety during lunch periods by ensuring trained personnel are always present and prepared to intervene in medical emergencies.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6127