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Legal Protection for Life-Saving AED Use

This act aims to standardize laws across the United States, protecting individuals who use AEDs, AED owners, and property managers where AEDs are located. This will encourage wider public availability of AEDs, increasing survival chances during sudden cardiac arrest.
Key points
Individuals providing first aid with an AED are protected from lawsuits, even without specialized training.
Owners and managers of premises with AEDs are also protected from legal liability, encouraging more installations.
Exceptions to legal protection apply if harm results from willful misconduct, gross negligence, or if the AED is used by medical professionals within their scope of work.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1012
Sponsor: Rep. Franklin, C. Scott [R-FL-18]
Process start date: 2023-02-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Cardiac Arrest Survival Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1012.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals providing first aid with an AED are protected from lawsuits, even without specialized training.
  • Owners and managers of premises with AEDs are also protected from legal liability, encouraging more installations.
  • Exceptions to legal protection apply if harm results from willful misconduct, gross negligence, or if the AED is used by medical professionals within their scope of work.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Franklin, C. Scott [R-FL-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health Courts and Law