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This bill, the Community Paramedicine Act of 2024, authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to qualified entities, such as emergency medical services agencies, states, or municipalities, to support community paramedicine programs. These programs utilize specially trained paramedics, often working with other healthcare practitioners or social workers, to address health problems, minimize the use of emergency care resources, and enhance access to primary care for underserved populations and those with acute and chronic health issues. The bill outlines eligible uses of grant funds, including hiring and retaining personnel, purchasing equipment, and conducting public outreach. It also establishes an advisory board to provide guidance on the grant program and requires the Secretary to report on the challenges, cost-savings, and best practices of community paramedicine programs, especially in rural and underserved areas.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8042/all-info