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Accurate Counting of EMS Workers to Improve Emergency Preparedness.

This law mandates the government to count emergency medical services (EMS) personnel more accurately, specifically including firefighters who also serve as EMTs or paramedics. This change provides government agencies with better data for resource allocation and planning, which is vital for a swift and effective response to disasters, public health crises, and daily emergencies. The ultimate goal is to enhance citizen safety and access to timely medical aid.
Key points
The Department of Labor must revise occupational classifications to explicitly count dual-role firefighter/EMTs and firefighter/paramedics as EMS practitioners.
Better data on the EMS workforce is crucial for national preparedness planning for natural disasters, public health emergencies, and acts of terrorism.
The goal is to enhance emergency response capacity, directly benefiting citizens' safety and access to timely medical aid.
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Print number: 118_S_1115
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2023-03-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

EMS Counts Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1115.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Labor must revise occupational classifications to explicitly count dual-role firefighter/EMTs and firefighter/paramedics as EMS practitioners.
  • Better data on the EMS workforce is crucial for national preparedness planning for natural disasters, public health emergencies, and acts of terrorism.
  • The goal is to enhance emergency response capacity, directly benefiting citizens' safety and access to timely medical aid.
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 Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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