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This bill modifies several provisions related to emergency medical services in Missouri, focusing on improving oversight, training, and operational standards for ambulance districts and services. The bill requires board members of ambulance districts to complete initial training and ongoing continuing education, mandates periodic financial audits of districts, and establishes more detailed requirements for community paramedic certification and services. It expands the State Advisory Council on Emergency Medical Services from 16 to no more than 23 members, with a more comprehensive appointment process that includes representatives from various professional associations. The bill also introduces new provisions for ambulance service administrators, requiring them to complete basic training and annual continuing education on topics like accounting, legal requirements, and community involvement. Additionally, the legislation provides the Department of Health and Senior Services with enhanced authority to suspend or take corrective actions against ambulance service licenses based on factors such as financial insolvency, inadequate staffing, excessive reliance on mutual aid, or failure to meet training requirements. These changes aim to improve the quality, accountability, and operational effectiveness of emergency medical services across Missouri.

Labor and Employment

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