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US HR541

US HR541
To require the Department of Defense to share best practices with, and offer training to, State and local first responders regarding how to most effectively aid victims who experience trauma-related injuries.


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Introduced
01/16/2025
In Committee
01/16/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

119th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To require the Department of Defense to share best practices with, and offer training to, State and local first responders regarding how to most effectively aid victims who experience trauma-related injuries.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DoD) to provide training and share best practices with state and local first responders on how to most effectively help victims who have suffered trauma-related injuries. The legislation aims to leverage the DoD's extensive experience in treating traumatic injuries, likely gained through military medical operations and combat medical care, to improve emergency medical response at the state and local levels. By sharing specialized knowledge and techniques, the bill seeks to enhance the capabilities of first responders in providing immediate and effective care to individuals who have experienced severe physical trauma, which could include injuries from accidents, violence, or other high-intensity medical emergencies. The bill directs the Secretary of Defense to ensure that this knowledge transfer and training occurs, potentially helping to reduce mortality and improve patient outcomes in emergency medical situations across the United States.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (on 01/16/2025)

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