On May 21, 2024, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell celebrated the "Smart Heart Act," requiring AEDs in high schools and CPR/AED training for school personnel.

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell celebrated the "Smart Heart Act" on May 21, 2024, which mandates that all Tennessee high schools have an automated external defibrillator (AED) available during classes, athletic practices, and games. The legislation aims to increase safety and ensure quick response in case of sudden cardiac emergencies. Public schools with grades nine through 12 must establish, review, and rehearse emergency plans for cardiac arrests or life-threatening incidents, with school personnel required to be trained in CPR and AED usage.

May 21, 2024
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