Public Libraries - Automated External Defibrillator Program (Raymono A. Russell Act)

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Sponsors: 3
Votes: May 20 ’25
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Description

Requiring certain libraries, beginning January 1, 2026, to place an automated external defibrillator in a prominent area accessible to employees and library users, to provide maintenance for the automated external defibrillator, and to comply with the Public Access Automated External Defibrillator Program; granting certain immunities to libraries and individuals under certain circumstances; requiring by December 1, 2026, a report to certain committees of the General Assembly on the use of defibrillators in libraries; etc.

Subjects

Emergency Medical Services -see also- Ambul; RescSqdCounties -see also- Chartered Counties; Code Counties; etc.Libraries -see also- ArchivesRules and RegulationsPublic Buildings and Facilities -see also- Stadiums; St HseInspections -see also- Motor Vehicle InspectionJob Training -see also- Continuing Ed; Vocational RehabCorrectional Institutions -see also- Patuxent InstitutionStandards and Best PracticesPublic HealthMedical Equipment and DevicesHealth, Department ofReports

Progress

IntroducedJan 23, 2025
Sent to committeeJan 29, 2025
Passed the first chamberMar 5, 2025
PassedMar 11, 2025
Passed both chambersApr 5, 2025
Became lawMay 20, 2025

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