A Democratic bill with 4 Republican cosponsors · See all 14 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Community Paramedicine Act of 2025 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to support rural healthcare. It authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to specific eligible entities for community paramedicine programs. These funds can cover costs like hiring personnel, purchasing equipment, and providing medical oversight. Eligible entities include emergency medical services agencies, certain government bodies, and organizations representing EMS. The bill establishes an advisory board to assist with the grant program and application reviews. Additionally, it includes a reservation of funds specifically intended to serve Tribal communities.
Yes· 3 of 9
- Scored +8
Would Native Americans be better off under this?
The bill reserves 15 percent of funds specifically for applicants serving Tribal communities.
- Scored +8
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
The bill specifically targets rural areas for the establishment of community paramedicine programs.
- Scored +7
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The bill enhances primary care access for medically underserved populations and those with acute or chronic conditions.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Enhanced Healthcare Access: The program supports community paramedicine, which is designed to enhance access to primary care for people with acute and chronic health issues or those in medically underserved populations (Section 2(a)(12)).
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Improved Emergency Resource Availability: By using specially trained paramedics to address health problems, the program aims to minimize the use of emergency care resources in non-emergency situations, making those resources more available when needed (Section 2(a)(12)(B)).
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Support for Rural and Tribal Communities: The Secretary is required to consider the specific needs of the rural area in grant selection (Section 2(a)(6)(B)) and must reserve 15 percent of allocated funds for applicants serving Tribal communities (Section 2(a)(13)(A)).
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Workforce Development: Grants can be used for the recruitment, retention, and hiring of community paramedicine personnel, as well as for certification and recertification courses (Section 2(a)(2)(A, B, E)).
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Resource Provision: Funds can be utilized to purchase necessary equipment, including vehicles, medical supplies, uniforms, and personal protective equipment (Section 2(a)(2)(D)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Exclusion of For-Profit Entities: For-profit entities are specifically prohibited from applying for these grants, which limits the pool of potential service providers (Section 2(a)(3)(B)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill reserves 15 percent of funds specifically for applicants serving Tribal communities. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill specifically targets rural areas for the establishment of community paramedicine programs. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Improved healthcare access for underserved populations often includes low-income individuals. Would retired people be better off under this? — Increased access to healthcare services is beneficial for retirees, especially in rural areas. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Enhanced access to primary care and chronic disease management benefits seniors living in rural areas.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill enhances primary care access for medically underserved populations and those with acute or chronic conditions. Does this lower what a hospital stay costs? — By utilizing community paramedicine, the bill aims to minimize the use of expensive emergency care resources.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The bill specifically targets rural areas for community paramedicine program funding.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill provides funds for hiring and recruiting community paramedicine personnel.
- 5/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/16/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/15/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/14/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/9/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/19/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 11/7/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 10/17/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 6/13/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Lauren BoebertRepublican · Colorado
Donald DavisDemocrat · North Carolina
Sharice DavidsDemocrat · Kansas
Sarah ElfrethDemocrat · Maryland
Maggie GoodlanderDemocrat · New Hampshire
Diana HarshbargerRepublican · Tennessee
Stephen LynchDemocrat · Massachusetts
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Zachary NunnRepublican · Iowa
Chellie PingreeDemocrat · Maine
Chris PappasDemocrat · New Hampshire
Thomas SuozziDemocrat · New York
Glenn ThompsonRepublican · Pennsylvania
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan