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AED Laws in Nebraska (2026)
Short answer: Nebraska has no statewide school AED mandate today: LB1391 (2024) high-school AED bill indefinitely postponed. There is no statewide gym AED mandate. Like every state, it gives Good Samaritan immunity to people who use an AED in good faith. Verified 1 Oct 2026 against the state code and the SCA Foundation review.
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Nebraska AED requirements at a glance
| Setting | Status in Nebraska | What we found | Law |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-12 schools | No statewide mandate found | LB1391 (2024) high-school AED bill indefinitely postponed | None found |
| Gyms and health clubs | No statewide mandate found | Not among the 14 states the SCA Foundation lists | see sources |
| Government buildings | No statewide mandate verified | No state-building mandate verified | none found |
| Private workplaces | No general mandate found | No general private workplace mandate found | none found |
| Good Samaritan immunity | Yes | Protects people who use an AED in good faith | SCA Foundation review of state laws |
AEDs in Nebraska schools
Nebraska has no statewide school AED mandate today. LB1391 (2024) high-school AED bill indefinitely postponed. Districts and athletic associations can still require one, so check your district policy.
AEDs in Nebraska gyms and health clubs
Nebraska has no statewide AED mandate for gyms or health clubs. Many clubs still keep one because members are high-risk and insurers ask about it.
Workplaces and government buildings in Nebraska
We found no general Nebraska law that requires private employers to have an AED, and no verified mandate for state buildings. Federal OSHA does not require AEDs either, though it encourages employers to consider them. Local fire codes and building codes can add requirements, so check with your local authority.
Good Samaritan protection in Nebraska
Every state protects people who use an AED in good faith from civil liability (SCA Foundation review of state AED laws). Most of these laws expect the AED to be maintained and, in some states, registered with local EMS. A unit with expired pads or a dead battery can weaken the protection.
Nebraska AED law: questions buyers ask
Are AEDs required in Nebraska schools?
Nebraska has no statewide school AED mandate today: LB1391 (2024) high-school AED bill indefinitely postponed.
Do gyms in Nebraska need an AED?
No. Nebraska has no statewide gym AED mandate.
Is there Good Samaritan protection for AED use in Nebraska?
Yes. Nebraska protects people who use an AED in good faith from civil liability.
Do Nebraska employers have to provide an AED?
No general Nebraska law requires private employers to have one. OSHA encourages AEDs but does not require them.
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Last verified 1 Oct 2026. This page summarises the law for buyers and is not legal advice. Read the statute or ask counsel before you rely on it.