NJ A476

Establishes the EMT Workforce Development Partnership within the Department of Health to provide free EMT certification training for high school students (ages 16+), college students, and community residents through participating schools, hospitals, and certified training agencies.

Training and certification exam costs are waived for participants who complete the course, pass the exam, and commit to serving at least two years as a paid or volunteer EMT in their local municipality or county.

Participants who fail to fulfill the two-year service commitment must reimburse the training agency for course and exam costs.

Requires the Commissioner of Health, in consultation with the Commissioner of Education and Secretary of Higher Education, to develop a public recruitment campaign promoting EMT careers and the partnership program.

Appropriates $1.5 million from the General Fund to the Department of Health for implementation.