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NJ S4914
NJ S4914Revises law related to EMT eligibility for receiving funds from "Emergency Medical Technician Training Fund."
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Introduced
12/01/2025
12/01/2025
In Committee
12/01/2025
12/01/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would amend section 4 of P.L.1992, c.143 (C.26:2K-57) to clarify that a volunteer emergency medical technician (EMT) who receives a length of service award would be eligible to receive funds from the "Emergency Medical Technician Training Fund" for the purposes of certification or recertification as an EMT. This bill additionally amends the definitions of "public or private institution of higher education" and "volunteer emergency medical technician." Under this bill, the definition of "public or private institution of higher education" would be amended to include those universities that are located out-of-State. And, the definition of "volunteer emergency medical technician" would be amended to mean an emergency medical technician who provides basic life support services without receiving compensation in the form of an hourly wage or a salary provided for or in connection with the provision of basic life support services. Lastly, this bill changes the requirements of an EMT in good standing during the initial three-year certification period to one who works at least 12 service calls, or 150 duty hours, per year.
AI Summary
This bill revises the law related to Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training fund eligibility by making several key changes. The bill clarifies that volunteer EMTs who receive a length of service award can still be eligible for training fund reimbursement, and expands the definition of "public or private institution of higher education" to include universities located outside of New Jersey. The bill modifies the requirements for an EMT to be considered "in good standing" during their initial three-year certification period, changing the standard from one service call per month to 12 service calls or 150 duty hours per year. The definition of "volunteer emergency medical technician" is also updated to specify that a length of service award is not considered financial compensation, which means EMTs receiving such an award can still be classified as volunteers. Additionally, the bill allows for reimbursement of select continuing education classes recommended by an advisory council, providing more flexibility in how training funds can be used. These changes aim to support volunteer emergency medical technicians by providing clearer guidelines for training fund access and maintaining volunteer status.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 12/01/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4914 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S5000/4914_I1.HTM |
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