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H 206

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES – Amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to transfer emergency medical services responsibilites to the Idaho Military Division.

68th Legislature, 1st Regular Session (2025)

House Bill 206 transfers Idaho's emergency medical services from the Health Department to the Military Division, aiming to improve efficiency and public safety.

Reported Signed by Governor on March 18, 2025 Session Law Chapter 94 Effective: 07/01/2025 SECTION 1 through 49; 08/01/2025 SECTION 50, 51, & 52
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Bill Summary · H 206

Summary of House Bill 206: Emergency Medical Services Transfer

Bill Number: H 206
Title: Emergency Medical Services – Transfer of Responsibilities to the Idaho Military Division
Status: Signed by Governor on March 18, 2025; Effective Dates: July 1, 2025 (Sections 1-49), August 1, 2025 (Sections 50-52)
Introduced: February 11, 2025
Classification: Bill
Subject: Emergencies, Government, Health and Welfare Department, Medical, Military and Militia, Rules

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 206 aims to enhance the management and coordination of emergency medical services (EMS) in Idaho by transferring the responsibilities from the Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) to the Idaho Military Division (IMD). This move is intended to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of EMS operations by aligning them with existing emergency management functions already coordinated by the IMD.

Key Provisions

  • Transfer of EMS Bureau: The EMS Bureau will be relocated from DHW to the IMD effective July 1, 2025. This includes all existing EMS programs, except for the Public Health Preparedness and Response Program.

  • Coordination of Transfer: The DHW Director and the Adjutant General of the IMD will collaborate to ensure a smooth transition of EMS services.

  • Sunset Clause: The EMS program's rulemaking authority will be sunsetted after July 1, 2027. The EMS program is required to propose necessary codifications of EMS rules before the adjournment of the first regular session of the 69th Idaho Legislature.

  • Creation of New Framework: The bill establishes a new chapter in Title 46 of the Idaho Code, which includes provisions for:

    • The establishment of the Idaho Time Sensitive Emergency Council.
    • Designation processes for trauma, stroke, or heart attack centers.
    • Creation of the Time Sensitive Emergency Registry.
    • Penalties for violations related to EMS personnel and agency licensure.

  • Fiscal Impact: The bill includes a fiscal note indicating a net reduction of 2.0 Full-Time Positions (FTPs) and a transfer of approximately $123,600 from DHW to IMD. The total funds impacted by the transfer amount to approximately $7.29 million, with ongoing administrative costs to be absorbed by existing EMS dedicated funds.

Affected Parties

  • Emergency Medical Services Personnel: The transition may affect EMS personnel and agencies as they adapt to new oversight and regulatory frameworks under the IMD.

  • Idaho Military Division: The IMD will take on additional responsibilities and resources related to EMS management.

  • Public Health and Safety: The general public will be impacted by the potential improvements in EMS services and response times due to better coordination with emergency management.

Procedural Timeline

  • February 11, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the Transportation and Defense Committee.
  • March 18, 2025: Signed by the Governor, becoming law.
  • Effective Dates: Sections 1-49 effective July 1, 2025; Sections 50-52 effective August 1, 2025.

This summary provides an overview of House Bill 206, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and the expected impact on emergency medical services in Idaho.

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

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