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MA S1489

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Cynthia Creem

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Origin

Senate

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Public stadiums, sports centers, gymnasiums, and other athletic facilities must have at least one automated external defibrillator (AED) on premises during sporting events

  • At least one employee or authorized volunteer trained in CPR and AED use (per American Heart Association or Red Cross standards) must be present during any sporting activity

  • If no trained staff or volunteer is available, facility operators must make best efforts to identify trained volunteers among attendees, including through public announcements

  • Facilities must install placards at every entryway displaying a map showing AED locations

  • Amends Chapter 93 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a new Section 87A

Legislative Description

Requiring automated external defibrillators at sporting events

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

6/16/2025

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means6/16/2025
Public Health2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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