The bill proposes that New Jersey join the Recognition of Emergency Medical Services Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact (REPLICA), which is designed to facilitate the mobility of emergency medical services (EMS) personnel across state lines while ensuring public safety and accountability. By joining this compact, New Jersey will allow EMS professionals licensed in their home state to practice in other member states without the need for additional licensure. The compact establishes a framework for cooperation among states regarding licensure, regulation, and the sharing of information about EMS personnel, including adverse actions and significant investigatory information. It also includes provisions for expediting licensure for veterans and military personnel transitioning to civilian roles.

Key provisions of the compact include the establishment of an Interstate Commission for EMS Personnel Practice, which will oversee the coordination and regulation of EMS personnel across member states. The commission will have the authority to promulgate uniform rules, manage financial operations, and maintain a coordinated database of licensure and investigatory information. The bill also outlines the procedures for member states to withdraw from the compact, requiring a six-month notice while ensuring compliance with existing reporting requirements until withdrawal is effective. Importantly, the bill clarifies that it does not alter existing state laws regarding EMS agency licensure and maintains the legal defenses and immunities of public entities and employees. The act is set to take effect 180 days after its enactment.