Legislation and Funding
Legislation and funding issues always affect EMS budgets and operations. Use this topic to find out how the latest economic news is affecting EMS.
Austin’s 911 Mental Health Diversion Program is getting the right resources to mental health crisis and lowering arrest rates
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David Page, MS; Hezedean Smith, DM; and Ayanna Walker, MD, share best practices for evaluating and interpreting prehospital research
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The Health and Human Services Department announced $15 million in funding available for states to create and improve response to mental health- and substance use-related crises
A new, gas-powered rig offers lower anticipated repair costs over diesel, the Northshire Rescue Squad reported
The funding will aim to keep equipment, facilities high-quality for responders and communities
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The two Warwick firefighters underwent investigation following a patient’s death
Partnership between St. Charles Health and Crook County Fire & Rescue continues to meet local need
Restrictions include weighing the patient and airway management training, equipment in the presence of law enforcement
The new response model would include EMT staffed ambulances, and send paramedics, when required, via quick response vehicles
One-third of rural volunteer EMS agencies are at risk because they can’t cover their operating costs
‘Members who are not paid will not attend,’ union head said of event meant to honor COVID-19 emergency workers as pay bargaining continues with mayor’s office
New York City and other communities need to show their respect for paramedics, EMTs through pay equity
In a 20-year span, FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program has provided more than $1.1 billion in those three states
The announcement of a COVID-19 parade for EMS workers was a shock for providers who worked long hours during the height of the pandemic amid staffing shortages
The mailing alleged that the imminent termination of an EMS agreement between the town and the Gardner Lake Fire Company — which goes into effect June 30 — creates a “massive liability and public safety risk”
Leaders at Gold Cross EMS are looking to raise fees from $1,150 base rate and around $20 per mile to a $1,750 base rate and $28 per mile
A social media post from the La Verne Firefighters’ Association said that an additional four members were actively looking for employment elsewhere
The city of Plugerville is seeking an extension on the city’s EMS contract with the Plugerville Fire Department until city officials choose from one of five proposed options for sustained EMS coverage
Opponents of the bill say the safety factor is not being considered in the proposed legislation
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Medshore Ambulance officials are working to train and add additional providers, as well as coordinate with area medical centers for transport rigs to avoid a tax increase for residents
Organizations and citizens have a “shared responsibility” to defend their data, computer hardware and software systems from ransomware attacks
TLC Emergency Medical Services is requesting an independent expert analyze the city’s plan to start their own ambulance service for viability
Taylors Bridge Fire Chief Alan Williams was explicit in his request for an additional six full-time paramedics to ensure adequate medical coverage for the area
The bonuses would be funded through relief dollars included in the American Rescue Plan that was signed into law in March
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Former Belen Fire Chief Bret Ruff said he had put the transfer of his license from Nevada to New Mexico “on the back burner”
EMS, fire and police representatives testified before the committee saying ketamine is important for first responders’ safety
EMS officials testified before state legislative committees saying medics are going underpaid and the system is at risk of collapse
The bill passed unanimously in the Assembly and Senate and is now headed to the governor’s desk
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