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HB 2142

technical correction; state buildings; defibrillators

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Selina Bliss

Arizona bill clarifying state building requirements for automated external defibrillators to standardize lifesaving device access in government facilities.

House First Reading.
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Bill Summary · HB 2142

Legislative bill overview

HB 2142 is a technical correction bill regarding automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in Arizona state buildings. The bill modifies existing statutes to clarify requirements or procedures related to AED placement, maintenance, or accessibility in state-owned facilities.

Why is this important

AEDs are life-saving devices that can restore normal heart rhythm during cardiac emergencies. Clarifying state requirements ensures consistent implementation across agencies and can affect public safety outcomes for employees and visitors in state buildings.

Potential points of contention

  • Unclear whether the bill increases costs for state agencies through new AED installation or maintenance mandates
  • May lack specificity on which building types are covered and what constitutes adequate AED accessibility
  • The term "technical correction" suggests this fixes a prior drafting error, but without seeing the original language, the practical impact remains ambiguous

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

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