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Increased Funding and Reauthorization for Children's Emergency Medical Services until 2029.

This law reauthorizes and increases the funding for the federal Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) program. This ensures that hospitals and emergency responders have the necessary resources to maintain and enhance specialized medical care for infants and children during emergencies. Citizens benefit from continued access to high-quality pediatric emergency services.
Key points
The Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) program is extended through fiscal year 2029.
Annual funding authorization increases from $22.334 million to $24.334 million for fiscal years 2025 through 2029 to improve care quality.
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Print number: 118_S_3765
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2024-02-07