The bill amends and reenacts several sections of Louisiana's emergency medical services (EMS) laws, specifically R.S. 40:1131 and R.S. 40:1133, among others. Key changes include the renaming of the "Certification Commission" to the "Emergency Medical Services Commission" and the introduction of new definitions for terms such as "emergency medical personnel" and "emergency medical response vehicle." The bill also establishes the commission's entitlement to access criminal history records for individuals seeking licensure as EMS practitioners or certified ambulance operators. Additionally, it modifies the fee structure for testing and licensing, removing certain testing fees while introducing new psychomotor exam fees.

Furthermore, the bill increases the number of voting members on the commission from eleven to twelve and specifies that one member must be a registered nurse who is also a state-licensed paramedic. It outlines the commission's powers and duties, including recommending standards for EMS personnel and conducting disciplinary hearings. The bill also repeals a specific provision related to the commission's structure. Overall, these amendments aim to enhance the regulatory framework governing emergency medical services in Louisiana, ensuring better oversight and standards for personnel and operations.

Statutes affected:
SB296 Original: 40:1131(10), 40:1(E)(1), 40:2(B)(1), 40:3(A), 40:3(B)(1), 40:4(A)(1), 40:5(3), 40:13(E), 40:14(A)(2), 40:3(C)(1), 40:3(B)(2)
SB296 Engrossed: 40:1131(10), 40:1(E)(1), 40:2(B)(1), 40:3(A), 40:3(B)(1), 40:4(A)(1), 40:5(3), 40:13(E), 40:14(A)(2), 40:3(C)(1), 40:3(B)(2)
SB296 Reengrossed: 40:1131(10), 40:1(E)(1), 40:2(B)(1), 40:3(A), 40:3(B)(1), 40:4(A)(1), 40:5(3), 40:13(E), 40:14(A)(2), 40:3(C)(1), 40:3(B)(2)
SB296 Enrolled: 40:1131(10), 40:1(E)(1), 40:2(B)(1), 40:3(A), 40:3(B)(1), 40:4(A)(1), 40:5(3), 40:13(E), 40:14(A)(2), 40:14(C), 40:3(C)(1), 40:3(B)(2)
SB296 Act : 40:1131(10), 40:1(E)(1), 40:2(B)(1), 40:3(A), 40:3(B)(1), 40:4(A)(1), 40:5(3), 40:13(E), 40:14(A)(2), 40:14(C), 40:3(C)(1), 40:3(B)(2)