The proposed bill introduces the "West Virginia Emergency Medical Services Oversight and Support Act," which aims to enhance the efficiency, accountability, and sustainability of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) throughout the state. It mandates the Office of Emergency Medical Services to provide oversight, guidance, and support to county commissions. The bill outlines specific duties for the Office, including developing a standardized framework for EMS operations, conducting financial audits, distributing state funding based on needs assessments, and ensuring compliance through regular facility inspections and operational audits.

Additionally, the Office is tasked with overseeing continuing education programs for EMS personnel and assisting county commissions facing challenges in maintaining or improving their EMS services. The bill requires the Office to submit annual reports to the Legislature detailing inspection results, audit findings, funding distribution, education initiatives, and assistance provided to county commissions, with the first report due by December 31, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-4F-1, 16-4F-2, 16-4F-3, 16-4F-4, 16-4F-5
Committee Substitute: 16-4F-1, 16-4F-2, 16-4F-3, 16-4F-4, 16-4F-5