arrow_back Back to App

Rural EMS Program Reauthorized: Funding Extended and Training Enhanced.

This law extends funding for a vital program supporting emergency medical services (EMS) in rural areas until 2028, ensuring continued access to critical care for rural residents. The changes enhance public safety by requiring EMS personnel to receive specialized training on mental health and substance use disorders. Furthermore, the program now explicitly allows for the purchase of overdose reversal drugs and devices, improving emergency response quality.
Key points
Funding for the Rural Emergency Medical Service (EMS) program is reauthorized for the years 2024 through 2028.
EMS personnel must now be trained to handle emergency situations involving mental health and substance use disorders.
The program explicitly allows the use of funds to acquire drugs and devices for the emergency treatment of suspected overdoses.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Became Law
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_265
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2023-02-02
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-2025
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SIREN Reauthorization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_265.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding for the Rural Emergency Medical Service (EMS) program is reauthorized for the years 2024 through 2028.
  • EMS personnel must now be trained to handle emergency situations involving mental health and substance use disorders.
  • The program explicitly allows the use of funds to acquire drugs and devices for the emergency treatment of suspected overdoses.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

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. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 118-84.

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Health