Texas HB3485 mandates public and private schools to have automated external defibrillators and implement cardiac emergency response plans.

Texas HB3485 requires school districts to ensure each campus has accessible automated external defibrillators. Schools must develop and implement cardiac emergency response plans, integrating with local emergency services and using evidence-based practices. The plans must include establishing a response team, procedures for activation, and ongoing training for staff and students in using defibrillators. The commissioner is directed to create a grant program for schools with at least 50% educationally disadvantaged students to assist in implementing these plans.

Texas HB3485 mandates public and private schools to have automated external defibrillators and implement cardiac emergency response plans.

Texas HB3485 requires school districts to ensure each campus has accessible automated external defibrillators. Schools must develop and implement cardiac emergency response plans, integrating with local emergency services and using evidence-based practices. The plans must include establishing a response team, procedures for activation, and ongoing training for staff and students in using defibrillators. The commissioner is directed to create a grant program for schools with at least 50% educationally disadvantaged students to assist in implementing these plans.