This bill mandates the Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) within the Department of Health (DOH) to create a comprehensive Statewide Emergency Medical Services Plan for New Jersey. The plan is intended to establish a coordinated emergency medical services (EMS) system that includes both short-term and long-term goals. It may also incorporate regional EMS plans tailored to specific local needs, which will be developed collaboratively by county boards of health and local boards of health. The OEMS is required to review and update the Statewide plan every three years and make it accessible on the DOH's website.

In the development and updating of the Statewide EMS Plan, the OEMS must conduct an inventory of available EMS resources, assess the current system's effectiveness, and identify necessary changes to improve access to services. The plan will also include performance metrics, educational programs for EMS personnel, and a process for crisis intervention and peer support services. Additionally, it will establish a comprehensive EMS system that integrates various components such as transportation, manpower, and communication, aiming to enhance service delivery and reduce response times. The bill emphasizes the importance of collaboration with existing programs and organizations to ensure a unified approach to emergency medical services across the state.