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S08964Introduced in the Senate

Amends the definition of automated external defibrillator to remove the requirement that an action be taken by an operator before delivering an appropriate electrical impulse to the patient's heart to perform defibrillation.

IntroducedSenate Health

Introduced by Michelle Hinchey, District 41

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Amends the definition of automated external defibrillator to remove the requirement that an action be taken by an operator before delivering an appropriate electrical impulse to the patient's heart to perform defibrillation.

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REFERRED TO HEALTH

January 21, 2026

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  1. REFERRED TO HEALTH

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