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Funding Mobile Paramedic Programs to Improve Healthcare Access in Underserved Areas.

This bill creates a new federal grant program to fund "Community Paramedicine" initiatives. These programs use specially trained paramedics to provide non-emergency health care, manage chronic conditions, and connect patients to primary care, especially benefiting rural and underserved communities. The goal is to improve local health outcomes and reduce unnecessary use of expensive emergency services.
Key points
New Local Healthcare Services: Provides federal funding ($25 million annually through 2029) for local EMS agencies and governments to hire and equip community paramedics.
Better Access and Lower Costs: Community paramedics offer care outside of hospitals, helping people with chronic issues and reducing the need for costly emergency room visits.
Focus on Underserved Areas: The program specifically aims to expand healthcare access in rural areas and reserves 15% of funding for programs serving Tribal communities.
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Print number: 118_HR_8042
Sponsor: Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5]
Process start date: 2024-04-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Community Paramedicine Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8042.

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 2024-04-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Local Healthcare Services: Provides federal funding ($25 million annually through 2029) for local EMS agencies and governments to hire and equip community paramedics.
  • Better Access and Lower Costs: Community paramedics offer care outside of hospitals, helping people with chronic issues and reducing the need for costly emergency room visits.
  • Focus on Underserved Areas: The program specifically aims to expand healthcare access in rural areas and reserves 15% of funding for programs serving Tribal communities.
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. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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