The bill establishes the New Jersey Board of Paramedicine, which will oversee the licensure and regulation of emergency medical services professionals, including mobile intensive care paramedics, emergency medical technicians, flight paramedics, and flight nurses. The board will consist of 15 members with specific qualifications and will be responsible for setting licensure standards, maintaining a registry of licensed individuals, conducting investigations, and accrediting training schools. It also introduces provisions for the licensure process, including criminal history background checks and continuing education requirements for license renewal. The bill repeals several existing sections of law related to emergency medical services to streamline the regulatory framework.

Additionally, the bill creates the Board of Paramedicine Fund and the Emergency Medical Technician Training Fund to support board operations and training initiatives. It mandates that emergency medical technicians complete a training curriculum focused on recognizing and responding to individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities before licensure. The bill also establishes an Emergency Medical Services for Children Advisory Council and outlines penalties for unauthorized practice in the field. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance the regulation, accountability, and support for emergency medical services in New Jersey, ensuring a higher standard of care and operational efficiency.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45:1-28, 26:2K-12, 2A:62A-1.3, 2A:62A-19, 26:2-190, 39:3-27.59, 39:3C-1, 43:15A-43, 52:3-12, 52:27D-407