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Yes: 156 • No: 3
UtahS.B. 2442026 General SessionSenateWALLET
Cardiac Emergency Response Plans in Schools
Sponsored By: Jerry W Stevenson (Republican)
Signed by Governor
EducationStudent Health and SafetyK-12 EducationSchool FinanceState Board of EducationLocal Education Agencies (LEAs)
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Grants and donations for school AEDs
Beginning July 1, 2026, the State Board can give first-come, first-served grants to districts that show need to carry out these plans. Money can buy AEDs, replace pads and batteries, and pay for CPR and first aid training and materials. High-needs schools (Title I or 50%+ free or reduced-price lunch) get priority. Districts may accept gifts and in-kind donations for FDA-approved AEDs, upkeep, and staff training. For FY 2027 (July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027), the law provides a one-time $200,000 appropriation to the State Board for contracts and grants. The board may set rules for applications, awards, and compliance.
Utah schools must plan for cardiac emergencies
Beginning July 1, 2026, every public school must have a cardiac emergency response plan that uses evidence-based steps. Each school must place an AED on site or on school property, with signs, kept unlocked, and reachable and usable within three minutes. Schools must choose staff, like teachers, nurses, or athletic trainers, to complete first aid, CPR, and AED training. Districts must test and maintain AEDs per the maker’s instructions. Schools must tell local EMS the AED type and exact location.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Jerry W Stevenson
Republican • Senate
Cosponsors
Karen M. Peterson
Republican • House
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 3/5/2026
Senate/ concurs with House amendment
Yes: 26 • No: 0
House vote • 3/4/2026
House/ substituted
Yes: 0 • No: 0
House vote • 3/4/2026
House/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 65 • No: 1
House vote • 3/3/2026
House Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 12 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/27/2026
Senate/ uncircled
Yes: 0 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/27/2026
Senate/ circled
Yes: 0 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/27/2026
Senate/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 26 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/26/2026
Senate/ passed 2nd reading
Yes: 24 • No: 1
Senate vote • 2/26/2026
Senate/ uncircled
Yes: 0 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/24/2026
Senate/ circled
Yes: 0 • No: 0
House vote • 2/12/2026
Senate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 3 • No: 1
Actions Timeline
Governor Signed
3/19/2026Senate/ to Governor
3/11/2026SenateSenate/ received enrolled bill from Printing
3/11/2026SenateSenate/ enrolled bill to Printing
3/10/2026SenateEnrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
3/10/2026Draft of Enrolled Bill Prepared
3/6/2026Bill Received from Senate for Enrolling
3/6/2026Senate/ signed by President/ sent for enrolling
3/6/2026SenateSenate/ received from House
3/6/2026SenateHouse/ to Senate
3/5/2026HouseHouse/ signed by Speaker/ returned to Senate
3/5/2026HouseHouse/ received from Senate
3/5/2026HouseSenate/ to House
3/5/2026SenateSenate/ concurs with House amendment
3/5/2026SenateSenate/ placed on Concurrence Calendar
3/5/2026SenateSenate/ received from House
3/5/2026SenateHouse/ to Senate
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ passed 3rd reading
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ substituted
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ 3rd reading
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ 2nd reading
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ Rules to 3rd Reading Calendar
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ return to Rules due to fiscal impact
3/3/2026HouseHouse/ committee report favorable
3/3/2026HouseHouse Comm - Favorable Recommendation
3/3/2026
Bill Text
Enrolled
3/10/2026
Substitute #1
3/4/2026
Introduced
2/3/2026
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