Arizona · 2026 Regular Session

SB 1235Sent To Executive

EMS reciprocity; compact.

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Overview

Senate Bill 1235 aims to streamline emergency medical services (EMS) by establishing a reciprocity compact. This allows EMS personnel licensed in one state to practice in another, facilitating patient care across state lines. The bill updates Arizona’s EMS regulations to align with this compact, focusing on certification, recertification, and the recognition of qualifications from other states. It also addresses record-keeping and investigation procedures to ensure public safety.

Key provisions

Establishes an interstate compact for EMS personnel licensure reciprocity.
Updates Arizona’s EMS certification and recertification requirements to align with national standards and the compact.
Allows EMS personnel licensed in other member states to practice in Arizona under certain conditions.
Modifies rules regarding ambulance staffing requirements based on patient location.
Updates procedures for investigating ambulance services and addressing adverse actions.
Expands the scope of the department’s authority regarding EMS equipment and standards.
Clarifies rules for administrative medical direction for EMTs.
Addresses the process for obtaining a privilege to practice in remote states.

Who is affected

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel (EMTs, AEMTs, Paramedics)
Healthcare providers
Patients receiving EMS services

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Legislative history

25 recorded actions · showing the most recent 12

Mar 30, 2026House

Standing Committee: Rules — C&P

Mar 30, 2026House

House cowconsent

Mar 31, 2026House

House Majority Caucus

Mar 31, 2026House

House Minority Caucus

Apr 9, 2026House

House Committee of the Whole

Apr 14, 2026House

House Third Read: PASSED

Apr 14, 2026Senate

Transmitted to House

Apr 21, 2026Senate

Senate Conference Committee Recommendation

Apr 21, 2026Senate

Senate Minority Caucus

Jun 9, 2026Senate

Senate Concurrence: PASSED

Jun 9, 2026Senate

Senate Final Read: PASSED

Jun 10, 2026Senate

Sent to Governor

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EMS reciprocity; compact.

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