West Virginia SB889 mandates that recreational facilities have an accessible automated external defibrillator (AED) during operating hours.

West Virginia SB889, known as the "Hamza Syed Law," requires recreational facilities to have an automated external defibrillator (AED) accessible during their operating hours. The bill also mandates that coaches and staff supervising youth sports teams receive sudden cardiac arrest training annually. Students who have exhibited syncope or fainting must be evaluated and cleared by a medical professional before returning to athletic activities. The bill defines an AED as a lightweight, portable device that delivers an electric shock to the heart.

West Virginia SB889 mandates that recreational facilities have an accessible automated external defibrillator (AED) during operating hours.

West Virginia SB889, known as the "Hamza Syed Law," requires recreational facilities to have an automated external defibrillator (AED) accessible during their operating hours. The bill also mandates that coaches and staff supervising youth sports teams receive sudden cardiac arrest training annually. Students who have exhibited syncope or fainting must be evaluated and cleared by a medical professional before returning to athletic activities. The bill defines an AED as a lightweight, portable device that delivers an electric shock to the heart.