SF1791 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Public access automated external defibrillator smart monitored cabinets appropriation; Faith's Law
Related bill: HF2473
AI Generated Summary
This Minnesota Senate bill (S.F. No. 1791) proposes to allocate $24 million from the general fund to the Department of Education for a grant program. The funds will be used to purchase, install, and maintain up to 2,000 publicly accessible automated external defibrillator (AED) smart monitored cabinets on school grounds.
Key provisions include:
- Grants will be administered by the Minnesota State High School League in partnership with the Anyone Can Save A Life program.
- AED units must be placed in publicly accessible locations, either outdoors or in always-accessible indoor facilities.
- Recipients must maintain the AED units for five years without seeking additional public funding.
- AEDs must meet Minnesota’s public access AED requirements and be suitable for environmental conditions.
The bill also mandates a report by the Minnesota State High School League to legislative committees by October 1, 2026, detailing grant allocations and AED installations. This appropriation is a one-time expenditure.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 24, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| February 24, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Education Finance |
Citations
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