Bill > H1230

This bill, known as the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Act, aims to improve prevention and awareness of sudden cardiac arrest in student athletes. It requires the Department of Public Health to work with the Department of Education to develop guidelines and educational materials on the symptoms and warning signs of heart disease, cardiac distress, and sudden cardiac arrest. The bill also mandates the creation of an interscholastic athletic sudden cardiac arrest and death prevention program, which must be taken annually by coaches, trainers, parent volunteers, and other school personnel involved in extracurricular athletic activities. Additionally, the bill requires students participating in these activities and their parents to acknowledge receipt and review of the warning sign information, and to provide information about the student's cardiac medical history. The bill also outlines procedures for removing a student from play if they exhibit signs or symptoms of cardiac-related issues, and for their return to play only after medical clearance.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1230