Tennessee HB1084 establishes a grant program to reimburse schools and medical first responders for anti-choking devices.

Tennessee HB1084 amends Tennessee Code to create a grant program administered by the Department of Health. The program will reimburse local education agencies, public charter schools, private schools, and medical first responders for the cost of purchasing anti-choking devices. Each eligible entity can receive a grant for one device per cafeteria or vehicle. The total amount of grants awarded cannot exceed $500,000. The program will run until July 1, 2028. The Department of Health must submit annual reports to the General Assembly on the program's status.

Tennessee HB1084 establishes a grant program to reimburse schools and medical first responders for anti-choking devices.

Tennessee HB1084 amends Tennessee Code to create a grant program administered by the Department of Health. The program will reimburse local education agencies, public charter schools, private schools, and medical first responders for the cost of purchasing anti-choking devices. Each eligible entity can receive a grant for one device per cafeteria or vehicle. The total amount of grants awarded cannot exceed $500,000. The program will run until July 1, 2028. The Department of Health must submit annual reports to the General Assembly on the program's status.