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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
04/06/2023
04/06/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to expand options for EMT paramedics. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
AI Summary
This bill aims to expand options for emergency medical technician (EMT) paramedics in Massachusetts. It allows EMT paramedics with specific qualifications, such as holding a paramedic certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians and having completed a certain amount of paramedic field work, to participate in the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) for registered nurses without having to graduate from a Board of Registration in Nursing approved nursing program. The bill also requires EMT paramedics to provide documentation for a Good Moral Character (GMC) evaluation to be licensed as registered nurses in the state. The Department of Public Health is tasked with implementing these changes within one year of the bill's passage.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2648 (on 02/15/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S163 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S163.pdf |
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