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Commissioners say state hearing exposed gaps in understanding of EMS mutual‑aid; urge better staffing and pay
Cheshire County Commission · August 25, 2025
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Summary
Following testimony at a state hearing on an EMS mutual‑aid bill, county officials told the commission they were surprised witnesses were unfamiliar with mutual aid, pressed for higher EMT pay and described the hearing as contentious; county leaders said they will continue local advocacy.
Commissioners and county officials reported on recent testimony at a state committee on legislation affecting EMS mutual‑aid and emergency medical staffing.
One commissioner who testified said she was surprised and “shocked” that some witnesses at the…
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