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H 2413

An Act recognizing EMS as a disease dangerous to the public health, requiring inclusion in MAVEN, establishing the Massachusetts EMS registry and requiring biennial reporting as part of population health trends

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by James Arena-DeRosa and 1 co-sponsor

H 2413 - An Act recognizing EMS as a disease dangerous to the public health, requiring inclusion in MAVEN, establishing the Massachusetts EMS registry and requiring biennial report

Reporting date extended to Thursday, October 9, 2025
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Bill Summary · H 2413

H 2413 - An Act recognizing EMS as a disease dangerous to the public health, requiring inclusion in MAVEN, establishing the Massachusetts EMS registry and requiring biennial reporting as part of population health trends

Overview

Bill Number: H 2413
Title: An Act recognizing EMS as a disease dangerous to the public health, requiring inclusion in MAVEN, establishing the Massachusetts EMS registry and requiring biennial reporting as part of population health trends
Status: Reporting date extended to Thursday, October 9, 2025
Introduced: February 27, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This bill aims to formally recognize emergency medical services (EMS) as a disease dangerous to public health in Massachusetts. The primary goals are to:

  1. Improve disease surveillance and data collection for EMS through integration with the state's MAVEN disease reporting system.
  2. Establish a comprehensive Massachusetts EMS registry to track incidence, prevalence, and trends over time.
  3. Require biennial reporting on EMS as part of the state's broader population health monitoring efforts.

The intent is to elevate EMS as a critical public health issue, enable better data-driven policymaking, and support efforts to address the occupational health and safety challenges facing EMS professionals.

Key Provisions

  • Designates EMS as a "disease dangerous to the public health" under state law
  • Mandates the inclusion of EMS in the Massachusetts Virtual Epidemiologic Network (MAVEN) for disease reporting
  • Creates a statewide Massachusetts EMS Registry to collect comprehensive data on EMS incidents and personnel
  • Requires the Department of Public Health to publish a biennial report on EMS trends as part of the state's population health monitoring

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • EMS professionals and first responders, who will benefit from improved data collection and reporting on occupational health risks
  • State and local public health agencies, which will gain better visibility into EMS-related disease trends
  • Policymakers and researchers, who will have access to more robust data to inform decisions and interventions

The bill aims to drive data-informed policies and programs to support the EMS workforce and enhance public health preparedness.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

H 2413 was introduced in the Massachusetts House of Representatives on February 27, 2025. The bill is currently in committee, with a reporting date extended to October 9, 2025. If passed by the legislature, the bill would require the Department of Public Health to implement the EMS registry and reporting requirements within 18 months of the effective date.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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