Access to AEDs Act

Hozzl · 2024-01-03T17:45:18Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2370 Access to AEDs Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/3/2024, 5:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2370

The Access to AEDs Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 2370, aims to increase access to Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in public places across the United States. AEDs are portable devices that can be used to deliver an electric shock to the heart in cases of sudden cardiac arrest, potentially saving lives.

The bill requires that federal buildings, facilities, and properties owned or leased by the federal government have at least one AED on site. It also encourages states to implement similar requirements for state-owned or leased buildings. Additionally, the bill provides grants to schools, community centers, and other public entities to purchase and maintain AEDs.

The Access to AEDs Act emphasizes the importance of AEDs in saving lives and aims to make these life-saving devices more readily available in public spaces. By increasing access to AEDs, the bill seeks to improve the chances of survival for individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest.

Congressional Summary of HR 2370

Access to AEDs Act

This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants to local educational agencies (LEAs), including public charter schools operating as LEAs under state law, to promote student access to defibrillation in elementary and secondary schools.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2370

Bill HR 2370 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 26, 2023. Bill HR 2370 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2370's most recent activity was Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2042) as of April 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2370

Total Number of Sponsors

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Republican Sponsors

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Total Number of Cosponsors

202

Democrat Cosponsors

182

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2370

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2370

Access to AEDs Act

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to eligible entities to develop and implement a comprehensive program to promote student access to defibrillation in public elementary schools and secondary schools.