# Plain Language Summary: Medical Emergency Preparedness Training for House Members and Staff

This bill requires every member of Congress, congressional staff, and House employees to complete training on how to respond to medical emergencies. Think of it like a mandatory first aid or CPR certification, but specifically designed for the workplace environment of the House of Representatives.

The training would cover what to do when someone has a medical crisis—whether that's a heart attack, stroke, allergic reaction, or other serious health event. Everyone working in the House, from the members themselves to administrative staff, would need to complete this training. It's essentially saying that in a workplace where hundreds of people work together every day, everyone should know basic emergency response procedures so they can help if something goes wrong.

This is a practical safety measure. If a member of Congress or staff member suddenly becomes ill or injured, having trained people nearby who know what to do could make a real difference in outcomes. It ensures that while waiting for emergency responders to arrive, people in the building know how to provide immediate help—whether that's using an automated external defibrillator (AED), performing CPR, or knowing when and how to call for help. The bill essentially treats Congress like any other workplace that wants to be prepared for medical emergencies.

Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require each Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, and employee of the House of Representatives to complete a medical emergency preparedness training, and for other purposes.

Norton, Eleanor Holmes

 <p>This resolution requires Members and employees of the House of Representatives to annually complete emergency preparedness training. The training must cover cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and using automated external defibrillators.</p>