Rhode Island H7616 mandates that all elementary and secondary schools provide trauma kits and grants immunity to those who render emergency.

Rhode Island H7616 requires every elementary and secondary school to maintain trauma kits that are clearly visible and easily accessible. These kits must include specific supplies such as tourniquets, compression bandages, and bleeding control bandages. The bill also provides immunity from civil liability for individuals who render emergency assistance to someone experiencing a traumatic bleeding injury, provided they have been trained and the assistance is gratuitous. The act takes effect on January 1, 2028.

Rhode Island H7616 mandates that all elementary and secondary schools provide trauma kits and grants immunity to those who render emergency.

Rhode Island H7616 requires every elementary and secondary school to maintain trauma kits that are clearly visible and easily accessible. These kits must include specific supplies such as tourniquets, compression bandages, and bleeding control bandages. The bill also provides immunity from civil liability for individuals who render emergency assistance to someone experiencing a traumatic bleeding injury, provided they have been trained and the assistance is gratuitous. The act takes effect on January 1, 2028.