House Bill 171 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated related to ambulances. Specifically, it changes the timeframe for certain actions from "thirty (30) business days" to "forty-five (45) business days" in Section 71-5-1503(a)(4). Additionally, it extends the deadline in Section 71-5-1509 from "June 30, 2025" to "June 30, 2026."

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new subsection in Section 71-5-1506, allowing the office of emergency services to provide the bureau with additional data, including reports that may contain protected health information, to ensure compliance with state and federal laws. This act is set to take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 71-5-1503(a)(4), 71-5-1503, 71-5-1506, 71-5-1509