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PA HB73
Bill
Status
1/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Martin Causer
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AI Summary
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Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs) with certifications expired for six years or less may be recertified by completing a competency test or 16 hours of continuing education plus a valid CPR certificate
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Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) with certifications expired for six years or less may be recertified by completing a competency test or 24 hours of continuing education plus a valid CPR certificate
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Emergency vehicle operator training courses may now be completed in digital format with an approved trainer, in addition to in-person instruction
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Continuing education requirements for EMS vehicle operator registration renewals are eliminated
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Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance staffing requirements are reduced from three personnel to two EMS providers, with further reduction to one advanced EMT-level provider plus one driver permitted during 911 emergencies when resources are limited
Legislative Description
In emergency medical services system, further providing for emergency medical responders, for emergency medical technicians, for emergency medical services vehicle operators and for advanced life support ambulances.
Last Action
Referred to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness
1/14/2025