Alaska2026Passed Legislature

SB256

EMS Licensure Compact Act

Last scannedSep 12, 2026, 4:46 AM

In one sentence

This bill allows Alaska to join a national agreement that lets emergency medical workers licensed in one participating state work temporarily in other member states.

Requires the department to implement an interstate compact for recognizing EMS personnel licensure from other member states.
Allows EMTs, AEMTs, and paramedics with a valid license from their home state to practice in Alaska under specific rules called 'privilege to practice'.
Creates a system where member states share information about adverse actions or significant investigatory findings against licensed personnel.
Sets requirements for the home state's licensing process, including using national exams and criminal background checks within five years of activation.
Establishes an interstate commission as the administrative body to manage rules and ensure participating states follow the agreement.

Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), Advanced EMTs, and Paramedics licensed in other member states who work temporarily in Alaska.
The state agency responsible for licensing EMS personnel in Alaska.
Other U.S. states that have joined the interstate compact.

The bill does not specify the exact date when this compact will become effective.
Alaska can only recognize licenses from home states that meet specific requirements, like using national exams and background checks.
Individuals may still need a full Alaska license for work situations not covered by the temporary privilege to practice.

Plain language

Home State: A member state where an individual holds a current license to practice emergency medical services.
Remote State: A member state in which an individual is not licensed but may work under the compact's privilege to practice.
Adverse Action: Any administrative, civil, equitable, or criminal action against a license, such as revocation, suspension, fines, or criminal convictions.

Official record

Validated

EMS LICENSURE COMPACT An Act relating to the recognition of EMS personnel licensure interstate compact; and providing for an effective date.

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