Establishes "The Children's Cardiac Safety Act", and provide for childhood cardiac screening based on modules that incorporate current best practices.
Impact
This legislation will significantly alter the landscape of student health assessments across Rhode Island. By integrating mandatory cardiac screenings into the physical examination process for school-aged children, the bill seeks to proactively identify cardiac issues that could result in sudden cardiac arrest during sports activities. Furthermore, it establishes a statewide standard for these evaluations, fostering a consistent protocol across both public and private educational institutions. Given the emphasis on a uniform screening process, it may also reduce disparities in health assessments among different school districts.
Summary
House Bill H5087, titled 'The Children's Cardiac Safety Act,' aims to enhance cardiac safety among children participating in sports by mandating annual cardiac screenings and establishing guidelines for healthcare professionals. The bill requires that registered, licensed, and certified practitioners incorporate specific cardiac history questions during annual examinations of children aged 19 or younger. State departments will develop educational modules to train these healthcare providers in best practices for conducting cardiac evaluations. Those providers who complete the training will need to maintain certification records, ensuring ongoing compliance with the new requirements.
Expands the rights of physician assistants with regard to their practice and prohibits non-compete clauses that exceed five years with regard to the purchase and sale of a practice.
Expands the rights of physician assistants with regard to their practice and prohibits non-compete clauses that exceed five years with regard to the purchase and sale of a practice.
Defines suitable person and establishes reasons for applying for carry permit, establishes what information is required on applications, establishes appeal process if application denied and provides that records are not public.
Defines suitable person, establishes reasons for applying for concealed carry permit, establishes what information is required on applications, establishes appeal process for denials, provides that records are not public permits hunting with suppressor.