Automated external defibrillator incentive program

(a) The Mayor may issue rebates to a property owner or lessee of a building in the District who, after October 1, 2022: (1) Purchases and installs an AED in a publicly accessible location in the interior of a building owned or leased by the property owner or lessee, respectively, within 150 feet from the building's entrance; (2) Registers the AED with the Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department; (3) Submits a rebate claim that includes such information and documentation as may be required by the Mayor; and (4) Meets any additional requirements and criteria established by rules issued by the Mayor pursuant to § 7-2371.05. (b)(1) The rebates issued pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall not exceed $400 for each AED installed in a building, with a maximum rebate of up to $750 per building. (2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1) of this subsection, the amount of a rebate shall not exceed the purchase price of the AED. (c) Rebates issued pursuant to this section shall: (1) Be contingent upon the availability of funds; and (2) Not be considered income for purposes of District income tax.