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Senate approves measure to require EMS training via certified centers amid debate over rural access
Summary
The North Dakota Senate passed Senate Bill 2,100 to require certain emergency medical services (EMS) training be affiliated with licensed EMS training centers. Supporters said the change standardizes training; opponents warned it could reduce rural volunteer training availability and increase costs.
The North Dakota Senate on Feb. 17 approved Senate Bill 2,100, a measure that requires emergency medical services instructors and some training to be affiliated with licensed EMS training centers and clarifies certification pathways for newly trained emergency medical responders. Final roll-call showed 44 ayes, 1 nay and 1 absent; the bill passed.
The bill’s committee sponsor, Senator Powers, said the Workforce Development Committee recommended a do-not-pass, citing concerns the measure would burden already stretched rural EMS providers. The committee report stated the rule changes would “add…
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