STUDENT CARDIAC SAFETY ACT

Summary

Starting in the 2027‑28 school year, any qualified health professional must add a heart‑health check to physical exams for student athletes in kindergarten through 12th grade. If a problem is found, the student must be sent to a cardiologist, and the Department of Public Health will publish an annual report on these screenings. Beginning in 2028‑29, the same heart check will be required for every K‑12 student during their yearly well‑child visit, along with education about heart‑related risks.

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