Bill > S05478

This bill expands the emergency medical technician (EMT) re-certification demonstration program statewide and extends the re-certification period from five to seven years. Currently, EMTs and advanced EMTs must be re-certified periodically to maintain their professional credentials. Under this bill, to be re-certified for a seven-year period, an EMT must complete at least 130 hours of approved instruction covering areas such as pediatrics, geriatrics, environmental emergencies, legal issues, emergency vehicle operations, and medical emergencies. The program will now apply to all EMTs up for recertification after the effective date of the law, removing previous geographic limitations that had restricted the demonstration program to specific counties or New York City fire department employees. This change aims to provide a more flexible and standardized approach to EMT re-certification across New York State, potentially reducing administrative burden while ensuring that emergency medical personnel maintain their professional skills and knowledge.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5478