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Arkansas Senate Bill SB603

Arkansas 2025 Regular Session

Arkansas Senate Bill SB603

Introduced
4/1/25  
Refer
4/1/25  
Report Pass
4/3/25  
Engrossed
4/8/25  
Refer
4/8/25  
Report Pass
4/15/25  

Caption

To Create Emma's Law; And To Require An Air Ambulance To Contact The Arkansas Trauma System For Recommendation On The Best Destination To Transport A Person.

Impact

The enactment of SB603 is expected to influence the protocols followed by air ambulance services in Arkansas, potentially leading to significant changes in how emergency medical situations are handled. By requiring air ambulances to consult with the Arkansas Trauma System, the bill strives to create a more coordinated approach during medical emergencies, which could reduce the risk of patients being transported to facilities ill-equipped to handle their specific needs. This legislative action could lead to better resource allocation within the state's healthcare system and improve overall patient care standards.

Summary

Senate Bill 603 mandates that all air ambulances operating in Arkansas must contact the Arkansas Trauma System for guidance on the optimal destination for transporting individuals in need of medical assistance. The bill aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of medical transportation by ensuring that air ambulances are directed to the most appropriate medical facilities based on the patient's condition and the availability of specialized care. This requirement is intended to improve patient outcomes and streamline the response times of critical medical services during emergencies.

Contention

While the bill has garnered support from healthcare professionals advocating for improved patient care during emergencies, some stakeholders may raise concerns regarding the operational implications for air ambulance services. There might be discussions regarding the potential delays in reaching destinations if air ambulance crews are mandated to seek prior direction from the Arkansas Trauma System. Additionally, the bill's impact on existing emergency protocols and the coordination between various emergency medical services may be a topic of contention among industry professionals.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR HB1261

To Enact The Arkansas Triage, Treat, And Transport To An Alternative Destination Act; And To Mandate Insurance Coverage For An Ambulance Service To Triage, Treat, And Transport A Patient To An Alternative Destination.

AR HB1312

To Establish The Transportation Benefit Manager Act; To Regulate Contracts Of Certain Ambulance Providers; And To Regulate Claims And Prior Authorization Procedures For Certain Ambulance Services.

AR HB1038

To Amend The Law Concerning The Lighting Requirements For Fire Department Vehicles And Ambulances.

AR SB495

To Create The Protect Arkansas Act; To Amend Arkansas Law Concerning Sentencing And Parole; To Amend Arkansas Law Concerning Certain Criminal Offenses; And To Create The Legislative Recidivism Reduction Task Force.

AR HB1361

To Amend The Real Estate License Law; To Create A Property Manager License Requirement; And To Amend The Law Concerning The Arkansas Real Estate Commission.

AR SB165

To Amend The Law Concerning Age And Years Of Service Requirements Under The Various State Retirement Systems And Arkansas Public Employee Retirement Plans.

AR HB1062

An Act For The Arkansas Department Of Transportation Appropriation For The 2024-2025 Fiscal Year.

AR SB211

To Amend The Law Concerning Carrying A Concealed Handgun On Property Of The Arkansas Department Of Transportation.

AR HB1328

To Repeal The Annual Reporting Requirement By The Arkansas Geographic Information Systems Board Concerning The Arkansas Spatial Data Infrastructure.

AR HB1776

To Amend The Law Concerning Ground Ambulance Services; And To Establish A Minimum Allowable Reimbursement For Ground Ambulance Services.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.