This bill amends the existing law regarding staffing requirements for emergency medical service vehicles. Specifically, it introduces new language stating that "not more than one emergency medical care provider shall be required to attend to a patient during transport by an emergency medical service vehicle." This change aims to streamline the provision of emergency medical care during transport, potentially reducing the number of personnel needed in such situations.

Additionally, the bill retains the existing provisions related to necessary equipment and standards for emergency medical service vehicles, ensuring that health, sanitation, safety, and communication standards are upheld. The effective date of the act is set for 60 days after its passage, allowing for a transition period for emergency medical services to adapt to the new staffing requirement.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 153-A:20