Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 1277: An Act requiring instruction in CPR and the use of defibrillators for high school graduation
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SD 1277 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act requiring instruction in CPR and the use of defibrillators for high school graduation. Primary sponsor: Bruce Tarr (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 27, 2025): House concurred.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 456) of Bruce E. Tarr and Madeline Elizabeth Jackman, relative to requiring instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of defibrillators for high school graduation. Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce Tarr | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | First Essex and Middlesex |
| Madeline Elizabeth Jackman | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Education