Rep. Stava-Murray supports HB3275 mandating cardiac emergency protocols in Illinois schools

Rep. Anne Stava-Murray (D-81st) cast a Yes vote for HB3275, legislation calling for cardiac emergency certification and planning in Illinois schools, as part of the 104th General Assembly on May 31, 2026, according to the Illinois House; the measure cleared the chamber with a 115-0 vote.

The bill text describes the legislation as: "SCH-CARDIAC EMERGENCY RESPONSE."

The following description summarizes and clarifies the bill’s key components based on the text’s provisions.

This bill requires every paid school head coach or chief sponsor of interscholastic athletics in Illinois to obtain and maintain certification in CPR, first aid, and AED operation in accordance with national emergency cardiovascular guidelines. It also obligates school districts and private schools to establish a cardiac emergency response plan (CERP) that aligns with recommendations from the American Heart Association, Project ADAM, or comparable standards. The CERP is to include measures for cardiac emergencies, an AED inventory accessible at both school and athletic events, emergency response training for staff, creation of a cardiac emergency response team, and annual drills conducted in cooperation with EMS. The new requirements will be in effect as of Jan. 1, 2025.

The associated legislative action for HB3275 was 'Senate Committee Amendment No. 2 House Concurs'.

Stava-Murray earned a BA from Dartmouth College in 2008.

The Democrat, who began serving in the Illinois State House in 2019, represents the 81st House District, succeeding David S. Olsen.

In Illinois, proposed laws proceed through a multi-step legislative process beginning with introduction in either chamber, then committee consideration, debates and votes in both the House and Senate, before advancing to the governor for final action. The General Assembly follows a biennial cycle, with a large number of bills introduced each session but only a limited portion enacted into law.