HB1943

In school health services, further providing for automatic external defibrillators, providing for automated external defibrillators and training, further providing for sudden cardiac arrest and electrocardiogram testing and providing for electrocardiogram testing for interscholastic athletics; and, in terms and courses of study, further providing for cardiopulmonary resuscitation education.

Introduced·10/16/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1943 mandates automated external defibrillators in schools, CPR training, and electrocardiogram testing for students in.

HB1943 requires school entities to place automated external defibrillators in accessible locations, ensuring at least four trained employees are nearby during school hours. It mandates CPR training for students in grades nine and eleven, with a requirement for graduation starting in 2027-2028. The bill also requires electrocardiogram testing for students participating in interscholastic athletics, with exceptions for religious objections. Students failing the test must undergo a comprehensive cardiovascular examination.

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Education Committee
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History

Oct 16, 2025

House

Referred to Education