HB 1999 - DIGEST

     Provides that, in order to assist in improving the survival rate of individuals who experience sudden cardiac arrest in buildings operated by state and local governments, the department of health shall consult with the American Heart Association, the Washington state association of counties, the association of Washington cities, and other interested parties, in order to gather, analyze, and present findings on the best means to place automated external defibrillators in state and local government buildings.

     Requires the department of health to submit its findings in a report, along with recommendations, by December 1, 2001, to the appropriate legislative committees.