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TX SB1550

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Molly Cook

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires public school CPR instruction to include training in the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), in addition to existing CPR technique requirements

  • Mandates that CPR instruction incorporate psychomotor skills to support the training, applying this requirement to all approved curricula rather than only certain programs

  • Instruction must be developed by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or using nationally recognized, evidence-based guidelines for emergency cardiovascular care

  • Applies beginning with the 2025-2026 school year

  • Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote, otherwise September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation in public schools.

Education

Last Action

Referred to Education K-16

3/6/2025

Committee Referrals

Education K-163/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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