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HB 4232 - Public Act 93-0910 - Creates the Physical Fitness Facility Medical Emergency Preparedness Act. Effective 1/1/05.

HB 4232 - Requires various indoor physical fitness facilities to develop and implement a plan for responding to medical emergencies and to file a copy of the plan with the Department of Public Health. Requires each such facility to have at least one automated external defibrillator (AED) on the facility premises and to have a trained AED user on staff. Requires the Department to adopt rules to ensure coordination with local emergency medical services systems regarding the placement and use of AEDs in physical fitness facilities. Authorizes the Department to inspect facilities to investigate complaints and ensure compliance with the Act.

For language in PA #93-0910, link to the Public Act on site at the Illinois General Assembly.

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