The proposed bill seeks to improve the structure and administration of emergency medical services (EMS) in Idaho by transferring oversight from the Department of Health and Welfare to the Idaho Military Division. It establishes the "Emergency Medical Services Act" within Title 46 of the Idaho Code, detailing the responsibilities of the new EMS program, including hiring a medical director and creating regulations for licensing and certification. The bill also introduces provisions for the distribution of EMS funds, ensuring accountability at the county level, and sets criteria for grant applications to support nonprofit and governmental entities involved in EMS. Additionally, it amends existing sections of the Idaho Code to streamline the regulatory framework, update definitions, and establish penalties for violations, with a target implementation date of July 1, 2025.

Furthermore, the bill creates the Idaho Time Sensitive Emergency System Council to oversee a voluntary statewide system for trauma, stroke, and heart attack facilities, ensuring diverse representation from various healthcare sectors. It establishes new funds for EMS and clarifies the roles of supervisory physicians, while also enhancing confidentiality provisions for peer support counseling sessions. The legislation aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of emergency medical services in Idaho through better organization, oversight, and data collection, ultimately improving patient outcomes and ensuring that all facilities can participate in the TSE system.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 56-1011, 56-1012, 56-1013, 56-1014, 56-1015, 56-1016, 56-1023, 56-1024, 56-1026, 56-1030, 57-2004, 57-2007, 57-2005, 6-902A, 9-203, 18-915, 31-3908, 33-4302, 39-1392, 39-1393, 39-4703, 39-8202, 46-1007, 49-123, 49-306, 49-452, 49-910A, 56-1003, 63-3622O, 67-8802, 67-8806, 72-451, 74-106, 56-1013A, 56-1020, 56-1021, 56-1022, 56-1025, 56-1027, 56-1028, 56-1029, 57-2001, 57-2002, 57-2003, 57-2006, 56-1018, 56-1018A, 56-1018B