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NJ S1893

NJ S1893
Authorizes reimbursement for EMT training from EMT Training Fund for certain volunteer firefighters.


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Introduced
03/10/2016
In Committee
03/10/2016
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2018

Introduced Session

2016-2017 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill clarifies that agencies, entities and organizations that train and certify volunteer emergency medical technicians will be reimbursed for the cost of providing that training and certification to volunteer members of first aid and rescue squads, as well as to volunteer firefighters. Currently, any private agency, organization or entity that trains and tests members of volunteer ambulance, first aid and rescue squads seeking emergency medical technician certification or recertification may be reimbursed from the Emergency Medical Technician Training Fund. This bill provides that reimbursement will also be made when this training is provided to members of volunteer fire companies.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies that the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Fund can be used to reimburse agencies, entities, and organizations that provide training and certification to volunteer members of first aid, rescue squads, and volunteer fire companies. Currently, only training for volunteer ambulance, first aid, and rescue squad members is eligible for reimbursement from the fund. The bill expands this to include volunteer firefighters as well, ensuring that the cost of EMT training and certification is covered for these important emergency responders.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 03/10/2016)

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