ENCOURAGING THE STATE TO EXAMINE REQUIRING AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS IN ALL STATE-OWNED BUILDINGS AND PURSUE EXISTING AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR PROGRAMS.

This House Resolution encourages the State of Hawaii to consider requiring automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in all state-owned buildings and to pursue existing AED programs. The bill directly affects state agencies responsible for managing public buildings and health initiatives by prompting them to review current policies on life-saving medical equipment. It highlights the importance of AEDs for treating cardiac arrest and notes that training programs are essential for effective use, though it does not mandate specific actions. The resolution is non-binding and serves as a formal recommendation rather than a law, directing copies to the Director of Health and Comptroller for their consideration.