The bill seeks to improve the emergency medical services framework in Kansas by establishing clearer guidelines for the roles and responsibilities of various emergency medical personnel, including paramedics and emergency medical technicians. It allows these professionals to perform authorized activities under the direction of qualified healthcare providers and permits nonemergency ambulance services to operate for less than 24 hours. Additionally, the legislation requires that entities placing automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in the state register with the emergency medical services board, enhancing oversight and accessibility of these critical devices.

Key amendments include the removal of specific definitions and requirements related to healthcare professionals, streamlining the focus on qualified healthcare providers. The bill also clarifies the conditions under which emergency medical service providers can perform certain medical procedures, emphasizing the necessity of training and authorization. Furthermore, it establishes new registration requirements for AEDs, replacing the previous notification process, and mandates the development of guidelines for AED placement in state facilities. The bill does not require the state to purchase AEDs and repeals several existing statutes to simplify the legal framework surrounding emergency medical services. The act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 65-6112, 65-6119, 65-6120, 65-6129a, 65-6135, 65-6144, 65-6121, 65-6149a