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VA SB156

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ryan McDougle

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires emergency medical services personnel who operate or may operate EMS vehicles to comply with federal regulation 49 C.F.R. § 382.213, which governs controlled substances and alcohol use testing requirements

  • Amends Virginia Code §§ 32.1-111.4 and 32.1-111.6 to add compliance requirements for EMS vehicle operators who do not hold commercial driver's licenses

  • Mandates the Board of Health include these federal compliance provisions in training, certification, and recertification requirements for EMS personnel

  • Requires the Commissioner to verify compliance with federal drug and alcohol testing regulations when issuing or renewing licenses and permits to emergency medical services agencies

Legislative Description

Emergency medical services personnel; requirements for personnel without commercial drivers license.

Last Action

Passed by indefinitely in Education and Health (10-Y 5-N)

1/29/2026

Committee Referrals

Education: Health Professions1/23/2026
Transportation1/7/2026

Full Bill Text

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