The proposed bill would update current statutes by introducing the Emergency Medical Services Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact, which allows EMS personnel to obtain licensure in any participating state, thereby facilitating their interstate practice. Key provisions would be inserted to define member states' roles regarding licensure, practice privileges, and adverse actions against EMS personnel. The bill also mandates expedited licensure for veterans and military service members, streamlining the process while ensuring public safety standards are upheld.

Additionally, the bill would enhance the governance and operational efficiency of the Commission by establishing bylaws, a coordinated database for licensure information, and a structured rulemaking process. It would clarify the enforcement powers of the Commission, including legal action against defaulting states, and introduce specific procedures for addressing defaults. The bill also includes technical changes to ensure compliance with federal obligations while maintaining confidentiality and updates to the certification process for EMS personnel in Arizona, including new requirements for initial certification and adjustments to penalties for violations.

Statutes affected:
House Engrossed Version: 36-2202, 36-2220, 36-2245, 41-619.51, 41-1758, 41-1758.01, 36-2204, 36-2259, 36-2202.01, 41-1026, 36-2205, 38-611, 36-2201, 12-2294.01, 35-146, 35-147, 36-2218, 41-1092.08, 41-619.57, 8-804, 41-619.55, 3-314, 8-105, 8-322, 8-463, 8-509, 8-802, 15-183, 15-503, 15-512, 15-534, 15-763.01, 15-782.02, 15-1330, 15-1881, 17-215, 28-3228, 28-3413, 32-122.02, 32-122.05, 32-122.06, 32-823, 32-1232, 32-1276.01, 32-1284, 32-1297.01, 32-1904, 32-1941, 32-1982, 32-2022, 32-2063, 32-2108.01, 32-2123, 32-2371, 32-3271, 32-3430, 32-3620, 32-3668, 32-3669, 32-3922, 32-3924, 32-4128, 32-4222, 36-113, 36-207, 36-411, 36-425.03, 36-446.04, 36-594.01, 36-594.02, 36-766.01, 36-882, 36-883.02, 36-897.01, 36-897.03, 36-1940, 36-1940.01, 36-2069, 36-3008, 41-619.53, 41-1964, 41-1967.01, 41-1968, 41-1969, 41-2814, 41-4025, 46-141, 46-321, 41-619.52, 41-1750, 13-3623