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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