AED Laws by State

A state-by-state breakdown of AED mandate requirements, Good Samaritan protections, and medical oversight rules. Always verify with local legal counsel.

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States with Good Samaritan Protection

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States Mandate AEDs in Schools

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States Require AEDs in Health Clubs

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State-by-State Reference

AED Legal Requirements by State

Disclaimer: This table is for informational purposes only and may not reflect recent legislative changes. Always consult local legal counsel and your state health department for current requirements.

State	Public AED Required?	Where Required	Good Samaritan Protection	Medical Oversight
California	✅ Yes	Health clubs, schools, large employers	✅ Yes	Required
New York	✅ Yes	Health clubs, schools, state buildings	✅ Yes	Required
Florida	✅ Yes	Schools, state agencies, sports facilities	✅ Yes	Required
Texas	⚠️ Partial	Schools (required), others encouraged	✅ Yes	Encouraged
Illinois	✅ Yes	Schools, health clubs, golf courses	✅ Yes	Required
Pennsylvania	⚠️ Partial	Schools required; others encouraged	✅ Yes	Recommended
Ohio	⚠️ Partial	Schools, health spas	✅ Yes	Encouraged
Georgia	⚠️ Partial	Schools, state buildings	✅ Yes	Recommended
Michigan	⚠️ Partial	Schools, health clubs	✅ Yes	Required
Arizona	❌ No mandate	Encouraged for public buildings	✅ Yes	Encouraged
Washington	✅ Yes	Schools, health clubs, state facilities	✅ Yes	Required
Colorado	⚠️ Partial	Schools, health spas	✅ Yes	Encouraged
Massachusetts	✅ Yes	Health clubs, schools	✅ Yes	Required
Nevada	⚠️ Partial	Schools, gaming facilities	✅ Yes	Recommended
All Other States	⚠️ Varies	Check local statutes	✅ Most states	Varies

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