Bill > A08086

This bill requires counties to develop comprehensive emergency medical system (EMS) plans in collaboration with their regional emergency medical services councils, cities, towns, and villages. The plan must assess the current level of emergency medical services in each county area, identify service gaps, determine the organizational structure for providing services, and estimate associated costs. Counties must specify which entities will provide emergency medical services and how costs will be allocated, with potential options including municipal, intermunicipal, not-for-profit, for-profit, special district, or regional agreements. The goal is to ensure reliable emergency medical and ambulance services are available to all residents. Counties must complete these plans within six months of the bill's effective date and submit them to the Department of Health and State Emergency Medical Services Council for review and comment. By mandating this comprehensive planning process, the bill aims to improve emergency medical service coordination and accessibility across New York State.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8086