Legislation & Funding

With American Rescue Plan Act money, the city plans to offer $3,000 signing bonuses to 550 new hires

The state group also recommends addressing inadequate recruitment and retention in other ways and convening another commission

Ohio House members added an amendment requiring a minimum 5-year prison sentence when the victim is a firefighter or EMS provider

Whether you’re trying to fund a new ambulance or stock the pantry, use these tips to engage with your community remotely

"We're very happy about it as you can imagine, fuel costs being what they are right now," said Executive Director Stacey Hicks of the Princeton Rescue Squad

Agencies have been struggling with declining staffing levels, poor Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement rates and high operating costs

Director of the Office of Management and Budget Jake Pawlak blames the delay on inflation, high material costs and the worsening condition of on-site buildings

Officials said it's unclear when work on the site might begin but said costs were rising and additional grant money would be needed

"This is really just kind of like a bridge contract for [Hidalgo County] to try to figure out how we're going to survive," said Commissioner David L. Fuentes

The current EMS building has an “all-function room” that houses crew quarters, patient documentation, training and space for meals

The exemption would have applied to the value of a property worth between $100,000 and $150,000

"We are very thankful for everyone who supported Mon EMS," said Monongalia EMS Executive Director Forest Weyen

The Republican challenger questions whether Cheshire EMS can be self-sustaining after it is launched with federal funds

House Bill 5785 would ensure a line of funding is available without disruption

6 helpful tips from the Seminole County (Fla.) Fire Department