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NJ S3007
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Vitale
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AI Summary
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Establishes state licensure requirements for emergency medical responders (EMRs) and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) in New Jersey, replacing the previous certification system with formal licensure through the Department of Health.
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Creates certification requirements for mobility assistance vehicle operators who transport patients with medical conditions not requiring ambulance services but who cannot safely use standard transportation like taxis or buses.
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Grants the Commissioner of Health authority to summarily suspend licenses when continued licensure poses an immediate threat to public safety, and to impose penalties including written warnings, probation, monetary fines, or license revocation.
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Requires criminal history background checks through the FBI and State Police for all EMT and EMR license applicants and mobility assistance vehicle operator certification applicants, with follow-up checks every three years for renewal.
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Extends civil liability protections to emergency medical responders and mobility assistance vehicle operators acting in good faith, adding them to the existing immunity provisions covering EMTs, paramedics, physicians, and other emergency personnel.
Legislative Description
Provides for licensure of emergency medical responders and emergency medical technicians and certification of mobility assistance vehicle operators; revises requirements for delivery of emergency medical and patient transportation services.
Budget and Appropriations
Last Action
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
2/9/2026