The proposed bill mandates that air ambulances in Arkansas must contact the Arkansas Trauma System to receive guidance on the most appropriate destination for transporting patients. This requirement aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of emergency medical services by ensuring that patients are taken to the best possible facility for their specific needs.

To implement this requirement, the bill introduces a new section to the Arkansas Code, specifically 20-13-220, which outlines the obligation for air ambulances to seek direction from the Arkansas Trauma System regarding patient transport destinations. This addition is intended to streamline the decision-making process during critical medical emergencies, ultimately improving patient outcomes.