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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Courses of Study Article of the School Code. In provisions requiring secondary schools to include training on how to properly administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation in their curriculum, provides that, beginning with the 2028-2029 school year, cardiopulmonary resuscitation training shall include a minimum of one female manikin for every 2 male manikins through the attainment of female manikins or the attainment of chest covers for existing manikins. Provides that whenever manikins are in use for practice or instruction, both male and female manikins shall be present.
AI Summary
This bill amends the School Code to update the requirements for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training in secondary schools. Beginning with the 2028-2029 school year, CPR training must include a minimum ratio of one female manikin for every two male manikins, which can be achieved by acquiring new female manikins or by using chest covers on existing manikins to simulate female anatomy. The bill also mandates that whenever manikins are used for practice or instruction, both male and female manikins must be present, ensuring a more comprehensive and inclusive training experience for students learning life-saving techniques.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Education Policy Committee Hearing (08:00:00 2/25/2026 Room 122) (on 02/25/2026)
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