HB256

Defibrillators At School Athletic Events

Complete·3/10/26

New Mexico HB256 mandates the installation of automated external defibrillators at all school athletic events.

New Mexico HB256 requires every school to install an automated external defibrillator during all athletic activities. These devices must be clearly marked, easily accessible, and maintained according to manufacturer guidelines. The bill mandates that schools develop and implement a cardiac emergency response plan, identifying specific personnel to respond to sudden cardiac arrest emergencies. Public non-charter high schools must comply by the 2026-2027 school year, while other schools have until the 2027-2028 school year.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

39 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Not Voting

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 17

12:00 AM

Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee

Feb 13

8:30 AM

House Education Committee

History

Mar 10

House

Signed by Governor - Chapter 66 - Mar. 10

Feb 19

Senate

Passed in the Senate - Y:39 N:0

Feb 17

Senate

SHPAC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation