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S 6863

Requires automated external defibrillator equipment to be immediately available at school-sponsored events

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Lea Webb

Requires AEDs to be immediately available at school-sponsored events, speeding emergency response and protecting students, staff, and attendees.

REFERRED TO EDUCATION
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Bill Summary · S 6863

Summary of Bill S 6863

Overview

Bill S 6863, introduced March 25, 2025 and currently REFERRED TO EDUCATION, would require automated external defibrillator (AED) equipment to be immediately available at school-sponsored events. The primary sponsor is Senator Lea Webb.

Purpose and Intent

  • The core aim is to improve emergency response to sudden cardiac events by ensuring AEDs are readily accessible during school-sponsored gatherings.
  • The bill signals a public health safety objective focused on rapid access to life-saving equipment in school settings.

Key Provisions (as indicated by the bill's title and summary)

  • Mandate: AED equipment must be immediately available at school-sponsored events.
  • Detailed requirements (such as the number of devices, placement, maintenance, ongoing training for staff, signage, and response procedures) are not provided in the information available here. The full text of the bill would specify these operational requirements, along with any maintenance schedules, inspections, or compliance standards.
  • Enforcement and accountability mechanisms, penalties, and any exemptions would also be defined in the bill text.

Affected Parties

  • Primary and secondary schools and districts hosting school-sponsored events.
  • Event organizers affiliated with schools (including external vendors or partner organizations that run school-sponsored activities).
  • School staff and administrators responsible for emergency preparedness and safety protocols.
  • Potential funding sources for equipment, maintenance, and training (though specifics would be laid out in the bill).

Procedural Status and Timeline

  • Introduced: March 25, 2025.
  • Current Status: REFERRED TO EDUCATION (in the Senate), indicating the bill is in committee review within the Education Committee.
  • Legislative actions logged show: 2025-03-25: REFERRED TO EDUCATION (listed twice, reflecting the bill’s placement and possibly duplicate entries in the record).
  • Next steps typically include committee hearings, potential amendments, and a floor vote in the Senate, followed by consideration in the Assembly (as a companion measure exists).

Related Legislation

  • S 4100 (prior-session): Related bill in the Senate.
  • A 4166 (companion): Assembly companion to this measure (listed as a companion in two entries), indicating parallel or mirrored language in the Assembly.

Practical Considerations

  • If enacted, schools would need to assess current AED availability at events, procure devices as required, and implement training and maintenance programs consistent with the bill’s specifications.
  • Districts and schools may need funding allocations or grant support to cover equipment, training, and ongoing upkeep.
  • Stakeholders should monitor the official bill text and any amendments for precise requirements, timelines, and compliance guidance.

Note

This summary reflects the information provided. For exact language, enforcement details, deadlines, and any exemptions, refer to the full bill text and subsequent legislative updates.

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

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