Teague Ryan Sudden Child Cardiac Arrhythmia Syndromes Screening and Education Act of 2005

H.R. 1252, the Teague Ryan Sudden Child Cardiac Arrhythmia Syndromes Screening and Education Act of 2005, would establish a federal grant program to improve the detection and prevention of heart rhythm disorders in children. The bill directs the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to fund initiatives that provide cardiac screenings, medical referrals, and public education campaigns regarding these conditions.

For families and student-athletes, the bill prioritizes screenings for children participating in organized sports and aims to better inform parents and healthcare providers about the warning signs of sudden cardiac arrest. By increasing access to these medical evaluations, the legislation seeks to identify life-threatening heart conditions before they lead to tragic outcomes during physical activity.