Relating to the availability and instruction on the use of automated external defibrillators and a cardiac emergency response plan at public schools and certain private schools in this state.

SB 2019 requires Texas public schools and certain private schools to ensure accessibility of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and establish cardiac emergency response plans. It mandates that school staff (including nurses, coaches, PE instructors, and athletic trainers) complete AED certification through recognized organizations like the American Heart Association. Schools must maintain sufficient AEDs on campus - accessible within three minutes of cardiac arrest - and develop response plans that coordinate with local emergency services and follow evidence-based cardiovascular care guidelines. The bill directly affects school staff training, campus equipment requirements, and emergency protocols for cardiac incidents.