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Accurate EMS Personnel Count: Improving Emergency Response Planning

This act aims to improve the accuracy of counting emergency medical services (EMS) personnel, including firefighters with dual roles. Better data will help the government plan more effectively for disasters and public health crises, potentially enhancing safety and access to medical assistance for citizens.
Key points
The act requires the government to more accurately count EMS practitioners, including firefighters who also serve as EMTs or paramedics.
Improved data will help in planning responses to accidents, natural disasters, and public health emergencies, potentially leading to faster and more effective aid for citizens.
If the government decides not to implement these changes, it must explain its reasons to Congress.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2574
Sponsor: Rep. Wild, Susan [D-PA-7]
Process start date: 2023-04-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

EMS Counts Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2574.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act requires the government to more accurately count EMS practitioners, including firefighters who also serve as EMTs or paramedics.
  • Improved data will help in planning responses to accidents, natural disasters, and public health emergencies, potentially leading to faster and more effective aid for citizens.
  • If the government decides not to implement these changes, it must explain its reasons to Congress.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Wild, Susan [D-PA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 588.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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