This bill amends Section 23-4.1-6 of the General Laws to require that any person who transports a patient by a stretcher in a vehicle must be licensed as an emergency medical services provider through the director of health. The bill also includes provisions regarding the licensing of ambulances and ambulance services, including requirements for equipment standards and exemptions for certain vehicles and companies. Additionally, the bill allows for temporary waivers of licensing provisions in cases of hardship. This bill would take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
5681: 23-4.1-6