Funding for Emergency Medical Services

Supports planning activities to assist rural communities in developing integrated healthcare provider networks. Promotes the strengthening of rural healthcare systems by achieving efficiencies, expanding access to care, increasing care coordination, and improving basic healthcare services.

Provides funding for training and resources to first responders and members of other key community sectors at the state, tribal, and local levels on carrying and administering drugs or devices approved or cleared under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for emergency reversal of known or suspected opioid overdose. Works to establish processes and protocols for referral to appropriate treatment and recovery support services, and for safety around fentanyl, carfentanil, and synthetic opioids.

Funds demonstration projects in states to improve the quality of emergency medical services (EMS) for children. Seeks innovative models and methods to strengthen EMS systems. Seeks to improve health outcomes and attain equitable access to pediatric emergency care and everyday readiness for all children across the nation, especially for those children living in racial or ethnic minority, tribal, and rural communities.