In response to recent developments at the federal level, NAEMT President Chris Way has issued the following statement regarding the role of federal leadership in strengthening EMS:

The importance of federal leadership in emergency medical services (EMS) has been critical for decades.  As the federal administration revisits the roles of advisory bodies guiding our nation’s healthcare and first response systems, NAEMT encourages continued federal leadership.  NAEMT stands ready to work with the administration on solutions that are most beneficial to EMS and the healthcare system.  EMS systems across our nation are facing challenges to their sustainability, and a robust partnership between the industry and government at all levels is needed to discuss many important policy issues that can lead to clinical improvement and operational readiness.  Investing in EMS benefits the health and well-being of all Americans.  That is why NAEMT is dedicated to advancing important innovations and addressing the economic solutions that will ensure high-quality EMS is there for the ill and injured across the nation.