Many are working to establish legislation requiring CPR education in schools or getting AEDs in schools or public places. The National Conference of State Legislators provides great information regarding current AED and CPR laws.  

Alabama, Iowa, Minnesota, North Carolina, Wisconsin, Tennessee, and Vermont all have legislation requiring CPR education in the classroom. 25 states are currently working on passing legislation requiring CPR education in public schools.

Georgia, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New York, Oregon, South Carolina, and Tennessee have laws addressing AED programs in educational settings.