Committee sends substitute immunity bill for emergency medical services out favorably after wide testimony The Senate Government Operations Committee unanimously recommended a first substitute of HB 79 to clarify government immunity for emergency medical services, after supporters said the measure restores longstanding protections and opponents warned it could limit accountability in malpractice cases.

The Senate has unanimously backed a controversial bill aimed at restoring government immunity for first responders, but critics warn it could undermine accountability in malpractice cases.

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Representative Mina champions House Bill 27 to enhance heart attack and stroke care in Alaska House Bill 27 aims to establish a statewide system for time-sensitive medical emergencies.

Alaska is on the brink of transforming emergency medical care for heart attacks and strokes with a new bill that promises to save lives across the state.

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Senator Rochefort proposes commission to study emergency medical service delivery in rural areas Senator Rochefort seeks a commission to address emergency medical services in North Country.

A new commission proposed by Senator Rochefort aims to revolutionize emergency medical services in New Hampshire's rural areas, tackling the urgent issue of dwindling access and resources.

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Florida Legislature introduces Gage's Law mandating fentanyl testing in hospitals Florida requires hospitals to test for fentanyl in suspected overdose cases under Gage's Law.

Florida's new "Gage's Law" could revolutionize how hospitals handle drug overdoses by mandating routine fentanyl testing—could this be the breakthrough we need in the fight against the opioid crisis?

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Cod Fire launches blood program saves life in crash response Cod Fire's new blood program successfully treated a critically injured crash victim.

A groundbreaking blood program by Cobb County fire crews just saved a life in a critical crash response, showcasing the potential to revolutionize emergency medical care.

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