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Committee backs statewide pediatric readiness program for hospitals, citing rural benefits

Utah House Health and Human Services Standing Committee · February 17, 2026
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Summary

SB127 would require and support pediatric readiness assessments and resources for Utah hospitals; the committee favorably recommended the bill after testimony from healthcare clinicians and EMS officials citing improved outcomes when hospitals adopt pediatric-specific protocols and equipment.

Senator Plumb presented SB127, saying the bill reinforces core concepts of the National Pediatric Readiness Project and requires participation by Utah hospitals to assess readiness, identify gaps and access training and resources. The sponsor said improved pediatric readiness is associated with markedly lower…

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