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California AB 387 requires local sports facilities to provide and maintain AEDs for youth sports

Original title: Nevaeh Youth Sports Safety Act.

August 30, 2026

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Where This Stands

Currently Unknown. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Introduced.

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5 versions on file

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The Frame

What this does

This bill shifts the primary responsibility for AED access from youth sports organizations to facility owners, while mandating cost-sharing agreements between the two parties to cover maintenance and installation expenses.

Who is mentioned in the record

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youth sports organizations

They must ensure access to an operational AED if the facility does not provide one and must collaborate on cost-sharing.

public or private local facilities

They are required to procure, maintain, and test AEDs and share costs with youth sports organizations.

local educational agencies

They are subject to specific exceptions regarding the new AED requirements.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 30, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

Starting January 1, 2028, public and private sports facilities must provide and maintain automated external defibrillators (AEDs) for youth sports practices and matches. If a facility does not have an AED, the youth sports organization remains responsible for ensuring one is available on-site.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This bill shifts the primary responsibility for AED access from youth sports organizations to facility owners, while mandating cost-sharing agreements between the two parties to cover maintenance and installation expenses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is responsible for the cost of the AED?
The bill requires facilities and youth sports organizations to work together to identify means to share the financial costs of installation and maintenance.
What happens if the facility does not have an AED?
If an AED is not available at the facility, the youth sports organization is responsible for ensuring access to an operational AED during their practice or match.

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Shift in AED Responsibility

The bill moves the primary burden of AED provision from the youth sports organization to the facility owner, while introducing a mandatory cost-sharing mechanism.

Connected Entities

otherNevaeh Youth Sports Safety ActExisting law governing AED requirements in youth sports.Map →

Sources

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  • Controversy20
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