Legislative Updates

The ACS Stop the Bleed program advocates for legislation that helps increase access to bleeding control education and kits. Contact us if you are interested in advocating for Stop the Bleed legislation in your city or state.

Federal Law Improves First Responder Access to Stop the Bleed Kits

The Improving Police CARE Act (S.1595) was passed into law in late 2025, allowing law enforcement to purchase bleeding control kits through the Byrne JAG grant program. Details on how to apply for this grant are forthcoming. The legislation also directs the Department of Justice to work with groups like the American College of Surgeons to set trauma kit standards. This ACS-endorsed legislation will help ensure that first responders have the tools necessary to save lives when minutes matter.

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Federal Law Improves First Responder Access to Stop the Bleed Kits

High School Senior Testifies for Massachusetts Bleeding Control Legislation

Watch Mena Sheth, a senior at Concord-Carlisle High School and an ACS Stop the Bleed instructor, testify for the passage of a bleeding control bill in Massachusetts. Mena got involved with ACS Stop the Bleed after her experience as a lifeguard and she wanted to be able to assist trauma victims. Thank you for your efforts, Mena!

Recent Updates

Missouri Prioritizes Bleeding Control Training and Kits in Schools

The Missouri General Assembly passed legislation (SB 68) reinforcing Missouri’s commitment to empowering the public to save lives in emergencies.

New Connecticut Law Empowers the Public to Control Severe Bleeding

The Connecticut General Assembly passed bleeding control legislation, HB 7200, with overwhelming bipartisan support. This law makes Connecticut the 15th state to enact bleeding control legislation and will help make training and kits more widespread across the state, empowering anyone to save a life if they are nearby when an emergency occurs.

Virginia Passes Bill Requiring Bleeding Control Equipment in Schools

The General Assembly of Virginia passed House Bill 1700 in March 2025, requiring bleeding control kits to be placed in all public elementary and high schools in Virginia in easily accessible locations. The legislation also requires school boards to develop and implement a bleeding control program in public elementary and high schools in the state.