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HB 1535

RELATING TO AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 18 co-sponsors

Hawaii bill HB 1535 establishes requirements for automated external defibrillators in public facilities to improve cardiac arrest survival rates through wider device accessibility.

The committee(s) on CPN recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in CPN were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fukunaga, Lamosao, McKelvey, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none.
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Bill Summary · HB 1535

Legislative bill overview

HB 1535 relates to automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. Based on the bill title and referral to health and finance committees, it likely addresses AED accessibility, placement requirements, training, or funding for public facilities.

Why is this important

AEDs are life-saving devices that dramatically increase survival rates for sudden cardiac arrest victims when deployed within minutes. Legislation governing AED placement and maintenance can determine whether these devices are available where people need them most—schools, workplaces, public spaces, and community centers.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding allocation: Requiring AED installation across multiple facility types creates financial burdens for schools, small businesses, and local governments, raising questions about who bears these costs
  • Liability and training standards: Unclear standards about who maintains AEDs, how often training is required, and liability protections for untrained bystanders using devices could create legal friction
  • Implementation scope: Determining which facilities must have AEDs (schools only, or also sports venues, workplaces, public buildings?) involves balancing public safety with regulatory burden

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

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