To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas.

# HR 7739 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would modify federal overtime pay rules for emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics working in rural areas. Specifically, it would create an exception allowing employers in these areas to avoid paying overtime compensation in certain circumstances—something that would normally be required under the Fair Labor Standards Act. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects EMTs and paramedics employed by ambulance services, fire departments, or hospitals in rural communities, as well as their employers. Rural emergency medical services often struggle with staffing and budget constraints, which is likely the reason for this proposed exemption. **Current Status** HR 7739 is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.

Sponsored by Representative Celeste Maloy (R-UT), the bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process. The specific details about which circumstances would qualify for the overtime exception are not provided in the available information.