Requiring cardiac emergency response plans in schools.

HB 2549 requires Washington school districts to create cardiac emergency response plans for all schools and athletic facilities starting in the 2026-27 school year. These plans must include designated response teams (staff, coaches, nurses), AED placement within three minutes of cardiac arrest, annual staff training per American Heart Association guidelines, and coordination with local emergency services. Schools must update plans yearly and ensure AEDs are accessible, unlocked, and maintained. The law directly affects all public school districts and athletic facilities in Washington State.