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This bill requires all state and municipal buildings to have at least one automated external defibrillator (AED), which is a portable electronic device used to help people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest by analyzing the heart's rhythm and delivering an electric shock if needed. The bill mandates that the Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Bureau of General Services ensure every state building is equipped with at least one AED, and it similarly requires each municipality to ensure that every municipal building has at least one AED. The term "automated external defibrillator" is defined by referencing an existing definition in Title 22, section 2150-C, which helps ensure consistent understanding across different legal contexts. By requiring AEDs in public buildings, the bill aims to improve public safety and increase the chances of survival for individuals who might experience sudden cardiac arrest while in a state or municipal building.

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https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=984&snum=132