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MS HB1253

Bill

Status

Passed

7/1/2020

Primary Sponsor

Fred Shanks

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Origin

House of Representatives

2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates the State Fire Academy as an authorized training program for Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician-Basic, and Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced certifications.

  • Authorizes the State Fire Academy to provide initial and national continued competency program training in emergency medical response and emergency medical technician services.

  • Limits the State Fire Academy to a maximum of 120 students per year for Emergency Medical Responder and Emergency Medical Technician training programs.

  • Requires the training program to meet or exceed the current National Highway Traffic Safety Administration curriculum standards and State Board of Health testing and certification requirements.

  • Effective date is July 1, 2020.

Legislative Description

State Fire Academy; designate as an authorized medical first responder training program.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

7/1/2020

Committee Referrals

Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency3/9/2020
Judiciary B2/17/2020

Full Bill Text

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