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The Train Staff Bill
Kentucky schools must train staff on anti‑choking devices
AN ACT relating to choking prevention in schools.
Good for everyday people ·
If passed, schools would have to train staff on anti‑choking devices and would protect them from being sued for using the Heimlich maneuver.
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Kids could be saved faster if teachers feel safe to act, and parents won’t worry about lawsuits stopping staff from helping in emergencies.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill creates a new definition of “anti‑choking device.”
- Schools must train cafeteria staff and others who might use the device.
- The bill gives immunity from civil lawsuits for using the device or the Heimlich maneuver.
- The bill is called “Landon’s Law.”
- It passed the House 78‑15 and is now in the Senate.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- George Brown (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Ashley Tackett Laferty (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Beverly Chester-Burton (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Daniel Grossberg (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Adam Moore (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
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