HB 4217
Relating to authorizing the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emergency medical services.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Department of Health to create a detailed rule (64 CSR 48) governing emergency medical services. The rule was previously reviewed and modified by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee and subsequently refiled. This legislation ensures the Department of Health has the authority to establish clear guidelines and standards for emergency medical services within the state. It builds upon existing authorization from §16-4C-6 of the Code of West Virginia.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule.
- The rule pertains to emergency medical services.
- The rule is designated as 64 CSR 48.
- The rule was previously reviewed and modified by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee.
- The rule was refiled in the State Register.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Department of Health
- Emergency Medical Services providers
- Patients receiving emergency medical services
Notable changes
- Formalizes the Department of Health’s authority to create a detailed rule for emergency medical services.
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Primary sponsor
D. Smith
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