HB 5096

Abstract

Amends the School Code and the Good Samaritan Act. Beginning July 1, 2005, provides that initial issuance of a teaching certificate is contingent upon certification in first aid and CPR. Provides that the State Board of Education shall accept first aid and CPR certificates from the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association, or any other nationally recognized certifying organization approved by the Department of Public Health. Provides that an individual or entity providing training in the use of first aid or CPR is not liable for civil damages as a result of any act or omission involving the act of performing first aid or CPR, except for willful or wanton misconduct. Provides that a trained teacher who performs first aid or CPR is not liable for civil damages as a result of any act or omission involving the act of performing first aid or CPR or from a failure to respond, except for willful or wanton misconduct. Provides that a school district or non-public school that employs teachers that are trained in first aid or CPR is not liable for civil damages as a result of any act or omission involving the act of performing first aid or CPR or from failure of a trained teacher to respond, except for willful or wanton misconduct.