An Act relative to improving outcomes for sudden cardiac arrest

This bill aims to improve survival rates for sudden cardiac arrest in Massachusetts by updating regulations for emergency response and public access defibrillation. It requires the state's 911 dispatch commission to include specific medical and communication experts on its advisory board and mandates that dispatch centers implement quality assurance programs for their CPR instructions. The legislation also establishes a statewide registry to help 911 operators locate Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and requires clear signage in buildings to indicate where these life-saving devices are located. Additionally, the bill classifies sudden cardiac arrest as a reportable disease, ensuring better tracking and data collection by the Department of Public Health. These changes collectively seek to streamline emergency responses and increase the availability of critical equipment for the public.