Alabama mandates three of the five core AED program requirements we track. Here is where the state stands on each one, as of our October 2026 review.
- AED inspections and maintenance: Required
- CPR and AED training for users: Recommended
- Physician oversight (medical direction): Required
- Registering the AED with EMS or 911: Not required
- School cardiac emergency response plan: Required
Schools: Since the 2025-2026 school year, both public and private schools have needed a written cardiac emergency response plan under the John Wesley Foster Act and HB 416.
Key Alabama AED laws: Code of Ala. 6-5-332.3 (Act 2015-161); 16-1-45; 16-30D-21 (John Wesley Foster Act, 2024; HB 416, 2025)
A Recommended step is not mandatory, but state law encourages it or ties an owner's liability protection to it. Rules for schools, health clubs, and other specific facilities can be stricter than general owner rules. Compare every state on our AED requirements map, or call 1-800-441-8378 for help building a program that meets Alabama requirements.
Reviewed October 2026. AED Market does not provide legal advice; confirm your obligations with your counsel or the appropriate state agency.
