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SB 856

AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION INSTRUCTION IN CERTAIN SCHOOLS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Gary Winfield

Connecticut bill directing state funding for CPR instruction in schools to provide life-saving training equitably across districts regardless of local resources.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Appropriations
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Bill Summary · SB 856

Legislative bill overview

SB 856 would require Connecticut to allocate state funding to support cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) instruction in schools. The bill aims to ensure that students receive training in this life-saving emergency technique, with the state covering implementation costs rather than placing the burden on individual school districts.

Why is this important

CPR training can significantly increase survival rates when cardiac emergencies occur in school settings. By funding this statewide, the bill removes financial barriers that might prevent lower-resourced districts from offering the training, potentially creating more equitable access to this critical skill across Connecticut communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact and budget priorities: The bill requires new state spending during a period when many states face budget constraints; lawmakers may debate whether this is the best use of education funding compared to other pressing needs
  • Implementation logistics: Questions about who delivers the training (teachers, nurses, external instructors), certification requirements, and how this fits into existing curricula without crowding other subjects
  • Mandate scope and flexibility: Whether the requirement should apply to all schools or specific grade levels, and whether it should be mandatory for students or optional

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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