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Enacts the "automated external defibrillators access act"
In Assembly Committee · Governmental Operations · Sponsor Rory Lancman
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BILL NUMBER:S3087
Title of bill
An act to amend the public buildings law and the public health law, in relation to enacting the "automated external defibrillators access act"
Purpose or general idea of bill
To require owners or operators of stadiums, arenas or convention centers to be equipped with and maintain automated external defibrillators.
Summary of specific provisions
This bill amends § 3 of the public buildings law by adding a new subdivision 16 which requires large stadiums, arenas and convention centers in major cities to equip, maintain and provide automated external defibrillator equipment. This bill also amends the public health law by adding a new section 3000-e which requires the employees of such facilities to be trained in the use and operation of automated external defibrillators by a nationally-recognized organization.
Justification
Heart attacks are one of the nation's leading causes of death. Approximately 250,000 people die from sudden cardiac arrest every year. The odds of surviving such an attack in New York City are less than 2%. Every minute that passes without defibrillation, reduces a victims chance of survival by 10%. The key to survival is the speed of the response. Automated external defibrillators greatly increase a heart attack victim's chance of survival. The American Heart Association estimates that as many as 100,000 deaths could be prevented each year through the widespread deployment of defibrillators. Seconds are critical when an individual suffers a heart attack. It is essential that the State encourage businesses to invest in life saving equipment. For that reason, automated external defibrillators need to be readily available in large public buildings.
Prior legislative history
A.1246/S.2569 (2010).
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the one hundred eightieth day after it shall have become a law; provided, however that effective immediately, the addition, amendment and/or repeal of any rule or regulation necessary for the implementation of this act on its effective date are authorized and directed to be made and completed on or before such effective date.
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