California 2019-2020 Regular Session

California Assembly Bill ACR190

Introduced
5/4/20  

Caption

Emergency Medical Services Week.

Impact

The declaration of Emergency Medical Services Week is intended to raise public awareness regarding the importance of EMS personnel and the services they provide. By acknowledging the sacrifices made by these professionals, including the potential loss of life while serving their communities, the resolution aims to foster community support and recognition of EMS operations. Moreover, the recognition may serve to enhance recruitment and retention strategies for EMS providers, thereby bolstering the emergency response system.

Summary

ACR 190 seeks to officially designate the week of May 17, 2020, to May 23, 2020, as Emergency Medical Services Week in California. The resolution emphasizes the critical role that emergency medical services (EMS) personnel play in providing life-saving care at all hours of the day. This initiative aims to highlight the efforts of over 840,000 EMS professionals across the United States, including more than 80,000 in California, who are dedicated to emergency care and enhancing their life-saving skills through continuous training.

Contention

While ACR 190 primarily serves as an acknowledgment rather than a legislative change, it carries significant implications for public perception of emergency services. Supporters believe that highlighting the contributions of EMS personnel can improve community relations and support for funding and resources. Conversely, some may argue that if the resolution is not accompanied by concrete actions to address systemic challenges faced by EMS, such as staffing shortages or funding inequities, it may be viewed as a symbolic gesture without effective impact on the community's emergency response capability.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CA ACR56

Emergency Medical Services Week.

CA ACR181

Emergency Medical Services Week.

CA ACR76

Firefighter Mental Health Awareness Week.

CA ACR30

Women’s Military History Week.

CA ACR174

Firefighter Suicide Awareness and Prevention Stand Down Week.

CA ACR123

Anesthesiologist Week.

CA SCR27

California Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

CA SCR129

California Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

CA ACR3

Physician Anesthesiologist Week.

CA ACR59

Stuttering Awareness Week.

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