Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF42

Introduced

1/14/25

Refer

1/14/25

Engrossed

3/10/25

Enrolled

3/28/25

Passed

3/28/25

Caption

A bill for an act modifying the costs eligible for emergency medical services fund expenditures, and including effective date provisions. Effective date: 03/28/2025.

Impact

The modifications proposed in SF42 could potentially enhance the operational capabilities of emergency medical service providers in Iowa. By allowing wages and salaries to be covered under the Emergency Medical Services Fund, the bill seeks to alleviate some financial pressures that may hinder the ability of these services to operate effectively. This change means that funds can be allocated more strategically to ensure that sufficient staff is available to respond to emergencies.

Summary

Senate File 42 is a legislative act aimed at modifying the costs that are eligible for expenditures from the Emergency Medical Services Fund in Iowa. This bill adds provisions allowing for the salaries or wages of emergency medical care providers as qualifying expenses under this fund. The intent behind this change is to provide better financial support for emergency medical services, which are critical in providing immediate healthcare to individuals in urgent situations.

Sentiment

The sentiment around SF42 has been largely positive, as it addresses a crucial aspect of healthcare service delivery in Iowa. Supporters argue that increasing funding for salaries will help attract and retain qualified emergency medical personnel, which is vital for improving public health outcomes. Given the essential role of emergency services, there is a general consensus on the importance of this bill, with little to no opposition noted in the legislative discussions.

Contention

While SF42 seems to have broad support, implementation challenges may arise, such as determining the sufficiency of the Emergency Medical Services Fund to accommodate these new spending provisions. Questions concerning the allocation of funds and ensuring that the financial support does not disproportionately favor larger organizations over smaller, rural providers may need further discussion. Nonetheless, the bill is seen as a significant move to bolster the support for emergency medical services across the state.

Latest IA SF42 Activity

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Companion Bills

IA HF19

Similar To A bill for an act modifying the costs eligible for emergency medical services fund expenditures, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 307.)

IA HF307

Similar To A bill for an act modifying the costs eligible for emergency medical services fund expenditures, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 19.)

Previously Filed As

IA SF2251

A bill for an act relating to eligibility for pregnant women and infants under the Medicaid program, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 3140.) Effective date: 01/01/2025.

IA SF2436

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the judicial branch, including by modifying the judicial retirement fund, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 3203.) Effective date: 06/21/2024, 07/01/2024.

IA SSB3140

A bill for an act relating to eligibility for pregnant women and infants under the Medicaid program, and including effective date provisions.(See SF 2251.)

IA HSB643

A bill for an act relating to eligibility for pregnant women and infants under the Medicaid program, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 2583.)

IA HF2583

A bill for an act relating to eligibility for pregnant women and infants under the Medicaid program, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HSB 643.)

IA SF2321

A bill for an act relating to consumer data protection, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly SF 2272.)

IA SF578

A bill for an act relating to state finances, including by making, modifying, limiting, or reducing appropriations, distributions, or transfers, authorizing expenditure of certain unappropriated moneys, making corrections, and including effective date, applicability, and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly SSB 1222.) Effective date: 06/01/2023, 07/01/2023. Applicability date: 03/28/2023, 09/18/2023.

IA SF262

A bill for an act relating to consumer data protection, providing civil penalties, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 1071.) Effective date: 01/01/2025.

IA HF670

A bill for an act providing for veterinary medicine, including the care of animals under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian, providing penalties, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HF 640, HSB 139.) Effective date: 06/01/2023, 07/01/2024.

IA HF202

A bill for an act relating to explosive materials including blasting agents, detonators, and destructive devices, providing penalties, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HSB 79.) Effective date: 03/22/2023.

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