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Legal Protection for Lifesavers Using AEDs

This new law aims to encourage wider deployment of AEDs by protecting individuals who use them in emergencies, device owners, and premises managers where they are available. This will enable more people to safely provide first aid, potentially saving lives during sudden cardiac arrest. The law unifies regulations nationwide, eliminating legal ambiguities.
Key points
Individuals using an AED in an emergency are protected from lawsuits, even without special training.
Building owners and businesses providing AEDs are also protected from legal liability.
The law seeks to increase the number of available AEDs, which can improve survival rates for sudden cardiac arrest.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1466
Sponsor: Rep. Franklin, Scott [R-FL-18]
Process start date: 2025-02-21