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Access to AEDs Act
3/14/2024, 1:11 PM
Summary of Bill S 1024
The Access to AEDs Act, also known as Bill 118 s 1024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to improve access to Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in public places across the country.
The bill requires that AEDs be placed in all federal buildings and facilities, as well as in certain public places such as airports, sports stadiums, and schools. It also provides funding for training programs to educate the public on how to properly use an AED in case of a cardiac emergency.
The Access to AEDs Act is designed to increase the chances of survival for individuals who experience sudden cardiac arrest by ensuring that AEDs are readily available in key locations. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step towards improving public health and safety. Overall, the Access to AEDs Act is a significant piece of legislation that aims to save lives by increasing access to life-saving AEDs in public places. It is currently being debated in Congress and has the potential to have a positive impact on communities across the country.
The bill requires that AEDs be placed in all federal buildings and facilities, as well as in certain public places such as airports, sports stadiums, and schools. It also provides funding for training programs to educate the public on how to properly use an AED in case of a cardiac emergency.
The Access to AEDs Act is designed to increase the chances of survival for individuals who experience sudden cardiac arrest by ensuring that AEDs are readily available in key locations. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step towards improving public health and safety. Overall, the Access to AEDs Act is a significant piece of legislation that aims to save lives by increasing access to life-saving AEDs in public places. It is currently being debated in Congress and has the potential to have a positive impact on communities across the country.
Congressional Summary of S 1024
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 S 1024
Bill S 1024 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill S 1024 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 29, 2023. Bill S 1024's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of March 29, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1024
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
22Democrat Cosponsors
16Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1024
Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1024
Access to AEDs Act
Access to AEDs Act
A bill 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.
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