The bill amends Title 35 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, specifically focusing on emergency medical responders. It introduces a new subsection under Section 8114 that establishes a process for national certification reciprocity. This provision allows the Pennsylvania Department of Health to grant provisional certification as an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) to individuals who hold valid certifications from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians or other recognized emergency medical roles. The provisional certification is valid for three years and can be converted to a standard certification upon completion of the required registration process.

Additionally, the bill outlines that candidates seeking provisional certification will receive it on an expedited basis if they meet the necessary requirements. The term "provisional certification" is defined within the bill as a currently valid EMR certification that may change status in the future. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 360 (Jan 28, 2025): 35-8114
Printer's No. 0360: 35-8114