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HB 941

High school graduation requirements; hands-on bleeding control training.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Nadarius Clark

Virginia HB 941 mandates high school students complete hands-on bleeding control training before graduation to equip them with emergency medical skills.

Subcommittee recommends reporting with amendment(s) and referring to Appropriations (8-Y 2-N)
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Bill Summary · HB 941

Legislative bill overview

HB 941 requires Virginia high school students to complete hands-on training in bleeding control techniques as a condition for graduation. The bill mandates that schools provide this training, which covers emergency first aid procedures for managing severe bleeding injuries.

Why is this important

Proponents argue that bleeding control training could save lives in emergency situations, including mass casualty events, accidents, or medical crises. The requirement reflects a growing national trend of integrating emergency preparedness skills into secondary education curricula alongside traditional safety training.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs and burden: Schools must develop curriculum, train instructors, and allocate class time; fiscal impact statement suggests resource requirements that may strain district budgets
  • Scope of requirement: Questions exist about whether hands-on bleeding control is an appropriate or necessary graduation standard compared to other life skills or core academics
  • Curriculum crowding: Adding mandatory training competes with existing graduation requirements and may require reducing time spent on other subjects
  • Medical liability and accuracy: Schools may face liability concerns if improperly trained students provide incorrect first aid, and maintaining training quality across districts could be challenging

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

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