This bill designates ambulance service providers as essential service providers within the context of emergency management at both state and local levels. It amends existing definitions in the New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated (RSA) to explicitly include ambulance service providers in the definitions of "local organization for emergency management" and "first responders." Specifically, the bill inserts language to clarify that these providers are integral to the provision of emergency medical services and are recognized alongside other emergency response entities.

The amendments to RSA 21-P:35 include the addition of phrases that highlight the role of ambulance service providers in emergency management functions. The bill ensures that these providers are acknowledged as part of the essential services necessary for effective emergency response, thereby reinforcing their importance in public safety and health during emergencies. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, with an approval date of June 10, 2025, and an effective date of August 9, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-P:35
Version adopted by both bodies: 21-P:35
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 21-P:35