A bill to provide for an extension of the legislative authority of the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs.
A bill to provide for an extension of the legislative authority of the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs.
Plain Language Summary
# Summary of S. 2546 **What the Bill Does** This bill would extend the deadline for the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to build a memorial in Washington, D.C. that honors emergency medical services (EMS) workers.
The foundation previously received permission to create this commemorative work but apparently needs additional time to complete the project. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation and the EMS community. It would allow the organization more time to design, fundraise for, and construct a memorial dedicated to EMS personnel who provide emergency medical care and first-response services across the country. **Current Status** The bill (S. 2546) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Christopher Coons (D-Delaware) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate.
CRS Official Summary
This bill extends the authority of the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia that honors the commitment and service of emergency medical services.
Latest Action
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.