Legislation and Funding
Legislation and funding issues always affect EMS budgets and operations. Use this topic to find out how the latest economic news is affecting EMS.
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Millions in funding are now available to support prevention, treatment and recovery programs
Despite CMS鈥檚 comprehensive cost findings, MedPAC鈥檚 selective data edits paint a distorted picture 鈥� risking the financial future of thousands of ambulance services
Lancaster EMS opened its $6 million headquarters while recognizing the critical role of CPR training and a strong emergency response system
The International Association of EMS Chiefs calls for national recognition of EMS professionals鈥� life-saving work and leadership in public safety
Cass County鈥檚 EMS director sought $290,000 in pay raises over two years to retain and attract paramedics and EMTs, funded through billing, not taxpayer dollars
FEMA鈥檚 planned shift of disaster recovery duties comes as the Trump administration pushes to downsize federal operations, 17 days ahead of a hurricane season expected to bring above-average storm activity
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. admitted it was a mistake to cut staff from the World Trade Center Health Program but stopped short of promising to fully restore staffing
With Crozer Health facilities closed, Delaware County declared a state of emergency as hospital access dropped from 95% to 87% of residents living within five miles of care
FEMA鈥檚 new acting chief, a former Marine, warned staff not to resist upcoming changes and signaled a shift of more responsibility to states during a blunt first meeting
Honolulu unveiled 16 new and refurbished EMS vehicles鈥攊ncluding its first MCI bus鈥攖o enhance emergency response across Oahu, with each rig blessed in a traditional Hawaiian ceremony
Evansville leaders say the move will modernize services, integrate EMS with fire operations and cut ambulance costs by 20%
The bill would cover tuition for paramedics, firefighters and other first responders after six years of service and their dependents after 10 years
A $2.7 million training facility in Centre County is now on hold after Congress froze federal community project funds, costing the project $2.1 million in planned support
With volunteer staffing no longer sustainable, Rockport is negotiating with a third-party provider to ensure full-time ambulance coverage
A $250 million gap divides Gov. Hochul and state legislators over urgently needed upgrades to Upstate University Hospital鈥檚 overcrowded ED
Mount Pleasant, N.C. was set to receive $4 million for storm protection and revitalization before FEMA scrapped the BRIC program, leaving critical projects in limbo nationwide.
Wapello County residents are raising questions about the future of EMS, with key decisions heading to voters
Dr. John Howard has yet to be reinstated as head of the WTC Health Program, as many staff remain without jobs鈥斺�渁 shell game,鈥� says FDNY Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Prezant
Community paramedicine programs across Maine were dealt a major setback after federal grants were abruptly terminated, leaving departments without crucial funding to provide proactive care
Dozens of frustrated EMS professionals confronted Rep. Mark Pless over legislation they say threatens local control and undermines certification standards
The bipartisan FEMA Review Council, now co-chaired by Kristi Noem and Pete Hegseth, will lead efforts in reforming and streamlining the nation鈥檚 emergency response system
Bluefield is moving forward with plans for a new centralized facility to house its fire, police and emergency medical services, aiming to improve response times across the city
Mesa Fire and Medical is preparing to spend $162 million next year as it handles nearly 200 daily calls, with 84% tied to medical emergencies
Naperville鈥檚 CART program showcases savings and patient-centered care, diverts hundreds from ED
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Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital closed and stopped accepting patients on April 23, transferring patients to other facilities
Backed by a voter-approved bond, St. Charles County Ambulance District is building its largest station and adding 70+ cardiac monitors to enhance EMS service
With newly licensed paramedics, the Spring Lake Fire Department is one of only three departments in the county to offer ALS
After AMR pulled out of Cayuga County, local EMS crews have managed to keep up鈥攂ut are battling the same mounting costs, staffing shortages and systemwide strain
With Inland Hospital closing, Waterville鈥檚 fire chief seeks funding to staff a third ambulance
Despite federal efforts to expand broadband and boost rural healthcare, more than 200 counties still lack reliable internet and access to primary care and mental health providers
The Decatur (Illinois) Fire Department鈥檚 new permanent lift assist fee for calls to skilled nursing facilities or nursing homes is resonating with responders around the country
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