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'Big, Beautiful' Change, Education & Specials!

July 2025

For five decades, NAEMT has championed the needs of EMS professionals who often serve on the front lines of roadway emergencies. The Coalition Against Bigger Trucks (CABT) is honored to partner with NAEMT to advance a shared commitment to creating safer roads through stronger public policy. EMS providers are often the first to respond to large truck crashes, experiencing the real-world consequences of highway safety decisions made in Washington. NAEMT’s leadership in opposing dangerous truck size and weight increases has been instrumental in bringing the voices of first responders into the national conversation on transportation safety. We are proud to stand with you.

WHAT'S HOT

EMS Impact Overview: One Big Beautiful Bill Act

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law on July 4, 2025, and will likely have multifaceted impact on EMS in the areas of funding, staffing, and operations. Governors and State Legislators are actively considering scheduling special sessions and other activities to act on the most immediate impacts of H.R. 1 on state Medicaid funding. EMS agencies should maintain awareness of these activities and advocate for recognition of and action to protect the unique lifesaving role of EMS in these discussions. NAEMT will continue to keep you updated.

NAEMT Elections Are Open for 2026-2027 Board of Director Terms

Applications are now open for the 2026–2027 term of the NAEMT Board of Directors. We invite and encourage qualified candidates with a passion for leadership to apply for open Director positions in the following regions: Southeast Coast, West Coast, Mid-Atlantic, East Central, and Midwest. Serving on the NAEMT Board of Directors is a unique opportunity to:

Shape the national conversation on EMS policy and practice.
Lead by example within the EMS profession.
Strengthen your professional network and gain leadership experience.
Give back to the EMS community and support your fellow providers.
Build your résumé with nonprofit governance experience valued across the healthcare industry.

Apply Today

“Serving on the Board provides EMS clinicians with the opportunity to advocate for meaningful change and support efforts that enhance the profession.

– Susan Bailey, 2023-24 NAEMT President

Please Join Us in Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Our Association

A milestone event honoring our shared history and achievements

This year marks a milestone – NAEMT proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary at the Annual Meeting, held in conjunction with EMS World Expo in Indianapolis, October 20–24. All Annual Meeting events are free for NAEMT members and offer a meaningful opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, engage with association leaders, and enjoy a fun, welcoming atmosphere.

We invite you to attend the NAEMT General Membership Meeting and the presentation of the National EMS Awards of Excellence , followed by our always-popular Member Reception – which will be especially memorable this year as we honor five decades of dedication and service. Please join us in celebrating this special occasion! We appreciate our generous sponsors whose support helps make this celebration possible.

EMS World Expo badge required for entry into NAEMT Events.

A badge is required for entry into all conference events, including NAEMT Annual Meeting events. If you or a guest are not registering for EMS World Expo but want to attend NAEMT events or booth (#923), register through the normal emsworldexpo.com process, select the “Exhibits Only Pass” , and e nter the discount code NAEMTVIP .

An Outstanding Lineup of Expert Presenters and Topics are Coming to Indianapolis and the World Trauma Symposium

Join us for the World Trauma Symposium on October 21, either in person in Indianapolis, Indiana, or via livestream. Held in conjunction with EMS World Expo, the Symposium presents over a dozen engaging topics along with cutting-edge research in prehospital trauma.

Paul Koch, Paramedic , Dangers of Sleep Deprivation in EMS
Rachel Russo, MD, MS , Tourniquets: Replacement, Conversion, and Prolonged Care
Mallory Williams, MD, MPH, FACS , Patterns of Gun Violence Against Women in the US
John Lyng, MD , Trauma in 2025 – Is it Time to Evolve our Practices?
Anne Rizzo, MD , Trauma Surgeons in the Field? Considerations for Prolonged Extrication
Zaffir Qasim, MD , Traumatic Cardiac Arrest

The Symposium is moderated by Col. (Ret) Warren Dorlac, MD, FACS, USAF , PHTLS Medical Director and Margaret M. Morgan, MD, FACS, CAPT MC(FS) USN , PHTLS Associate Medical Director.

NAEMT members save $125 on EMS World Expo 3-day program registration.

It's prehospital trauma education you can’t get anywhere else! The in-person event includes a continental breakfast, lunch, and exhibits. Attendees can receive up to 8 hours of ACCME or CAPCE-approved CE credits.

$215 in-person

$120 virtual

(physicians add $30)

We appreciate our generous sponsors who will showcase their latest products during WTS.

NAEMT Radio Focuses on Raising the Bar on EMS Education

In this edition of NAEMT Radio , Troy Tuke, NAEMT Board Secretary, EMS educator, and NAEMT representative to the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions ( CoAEMSP or COA) dives into accreditation for EMS education: how it works; why it matters; and what the benefits are for students, programs, and EMS community. Also, how new programs get accredited and how COA supports continuous improvement and excellence in paramedic education.

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EDUCATION

Address the increased demand for geriatric patient care – Take GEMS Online

By 2030, ninety percent of the geriatric population is expected to have a chronic disorder and require specific treatment. Older adults are the fastest-growing patient population and EMS clinicians must prepare to respond. The NAEMT Geriatric Education for EMS ( GEMS ), Third Edition Online Course provides in-depth content, virtual patient simulations, and targeted clinical topics. The GEMS course is available online 24/7 and is critical education for anyone entering or wanting to advance within EMS or other allied health profession.

Access course | Learn more

Get Quality NAEMT Education at EMS World Expo

Register for NAEMT courses being held in conjunction with EMS World Expo , October 20-24 in Indianapolis, IN. Full NAEMT members save $125 on core 3-day EMS World Expo registration.

NAEMT Tactical Emergency Casualty Care Course

Tactical Emergency Casualty Care ( TECC ) 3rd Edition Provider Course, October 20-21, teaches EMS practitioners how to respond to and care for patients in a civilian tactical environment. Successful completion results in a certificate, card recognition as a TECC provider for four years, and 16 hours of CAPCE credit. Register

EMS Vehicle Operator Safety ( EVOS ) 2nd Edition Course, Didactic only , October 20, addresses the vehicle operations and transport safety knowledge gaps that lead to injuries and deaths. Successful completion results in a certificate, card recognition as an EVOS provider for four years, and 8 hours of CAPCE credit. Register

Not able to attend EMS World Expo? Locate an NAEMT course near you!

The NAEMT website makes locating an NAEMT course near you easy with various search criteria options. Search by location, zip code, program, and course. Locate a Course

Free Course Available for NAEMT Instructors to Teach Communities Basic Emergency Response Skills

Hamilton County EMS in Tennessee is among the many training facilities offering First on the Scene ( FOTS ), a free emergency response course designed for the general public. FOTS equips instructors with a comprehensive toolkit to teach lifesaving skills that can be used in critical situations before emergency medical services arrive. All NAEMT-approved training centers are authorized to deliver FOTS courses. These courses may be taught by certified EMS instructors at the EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic level, certified fire instructors, or instructors approved by the NAEMT. Learn more

ADVOCACY

NAEMT Advocacy Efforts on Issues Important to the EMS Community

NAEMT President Chris Way submitted written testimony to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, requesting $33 million in FY2026 appropriations for SIREN grants, also known as the Rural EMS Training and Equipment Assistance (REMSTEA) program. View Testimony

NAEMT requested $7 million in funding for the Pediatric Disaster Care Program within the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Labor, HHS, Education (LHHS) appropriations bill. View Letter

NAEMT requested Congress to consider EMS in tariff discussions, and its reliance on imports of PPE, medications, equipment and other important items used in the daily response to patients. View Letter

Our Time is Now: Help Amplify the EMS Message

EMS faces many critical issues, and your voice can make a difference. Please take a moment to support our EMS community by sending an email through the Online Legislative Service or by inviting your local representatives to tour your agency or participate in a ride-along. Connect with your state’s Advocacy Coordinator or NAEMT for help. Advocacy for EMS is a responsibility we all share.

Review the top legislative requests .
Enter your street address and zip code to send a templated email. (The work is done for you, and it takes only minutes to send.) Our goal is 10,000 emails!
Feel good about helping the EMS profession in your state and across the nation.

Help Strengthen the Voice of EMS on Capitol Hill

Consider joining NAEMT’s network of Advocacy Coordinators! Our Coordinators play a vital role in supporting NAEMT’s advocacy efforts by building a strong grassroots network within their state, engaging EMS professionals, and communicating with federal lawmakers about the issues impacting EMS in their communities. Advocacy Coordinators are needed in every state to help ensure EMS is represented and heard at the national level. Learn more

PROFESSIONAL

EMS News Briefs

Idaho EMS moves to state military division, under new law. Read more
Steve Buscemi, ‘Emergency!’ stars team up to spotlight paramedics in new documentary. Read more
Blood transfusions at trauma scenes: How Cleveland (OH) EMS is saving lives. Read more
Yuma (AZ) Fire Department boosts EMS with medication vending machines. Read more

NAEMT Member Prioritizes Clinician Mental Health

Enzo Plaitano, NAEMT member, paramedic, and PhD candidate at Dartmouth’s Center for Technology and Behavioral Health, is the lead researcher on developing an innovative digital health app designed to help EMS clinicians manage the unique stressors of the job. Providing in-the-moment support, the app uses self-assessments and passive sensing data from smart devices to offer interventions like mindfulness exercises or coaching when stress spikes. Eighty-six percent (86%) of EMS clinicians said they would try using a digital health tool designed for stress management if it were available, a survey found. Read more

MEMBERSHIP

Congratulations to Our First Round of 2025 NAEMT EMS Scholarship Recipients

Kellie Lee (Pensacola, FL)

EMT to Paramedic (up to $5,000)

Joseph Sirota (Lakewood, NJ)

First Responders to become EMT-Basic (up to $500)

Brandon Kingsley (Lake Charles, LA)

EMT to Paramedic (up to $5,000)

Megan Poff (Pensacola, FL)

Paramedic EMS education advancement (up to $2,000)

Applications are now being accepted for the 2nd round of EMS Scholarships

Scholarship applications are now being accepted through September 15th for Active NAEMT members seeking to advance your EMS education. View details

Applications Open on July 31 for Columbia Southern University Scholarships

Exclusive NAEMT scholarship at CSU will cover up to 60 credit hours toward one online degree program. Individuals who have a current paramedic certification could receive up to 30 hours of transfer credit towards one of CSU's EMS degrees. Plus, full NAEMT members receive a 15% tuition discount on online courses. View details

Please login to the NAEMT Member Portal to learn more about the scholarships and apply for these competitive scholarships.

Featured Member Benefits & Specials for Full NAEMT Members

Your time with family and friends is precious. To help enhance your summer fun, NAEMT provides a host of benefits and monthly specials. Log in to Access Your Benefits and to take advantage of these and other promotions.

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Visit Us at Upcoming Conferences

August 4-6: National Conference of State Legislators Legislative Summit (booth #1029), Boston, Massachusetts
August 4-9: NAEMSE Annual Educational Symposium (booth #205), Orlando, Florida
October 13-15: Mississippians for EMS (MEMS) Conference, Biloxi, Mississippi
October 20-24: EMS World Expo (booth #923) & NAEMT Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, Indiana
November 20-21: Indiana EMS Association Conferenc e, French Lick, Indiana

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