ACR 10: Emergency Medical Services Week.
- Session Year: 2015-2016
- House: Assembly
- Latest Version Date: 2015-06-16
This measure would proclaim the week of May 17, 2015, to May 23, 2015, inclusive, as Emergency Medical Services Week.
This measure would proclaim the week of May 17, 2015, to May 23, 2015, inclusive, as Emergency Medical Services Week.
This measure would proclaim the week of May 17, 2015, to May 23, 2015, inclusive, as Emergency Medical Services Week.
This measure would proclaim the week of May 17, 2015, through to May 23, 2015, inclusive, as Emergency Medical Services Week.
This measure would proclaim the week of May 17, 2015, through May 23, 2015, as Emergency Medical Services Week.
WHEREAS, It is estimated that there are over 840,000 emergency medical services personnel in the United States, including over 80,000 in the State of California; and
WHEREAS, Emergency medical services are a vital public service and the members of emergency medical services teams are ready to provide lifesaving care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and
WHEREAS, The emergency medical services system consists of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, administrators, and others; and
WHEREAS, The members of emergency medical services teams, whether career or volunteer, engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills; and
WHEREAS, Emergency medical services providers are dedicated to saving lives and possess a sense of duty to aid others that is inherent in the profession and stays with an emergency medical services provider for life; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 25 to 30 million patients nationwide and over two million patients throughout California receive emergency medical services each year; and
WHEREAS, Access to quality emergency medical care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rates of those who experience sudden illness or injury; and
WHEREAS, The American College of Emergency Physicians was instrumental in establishing National Emergency Medical Services Week to honor the lifesaving efforts of emergency medical services personnel; and
WHEREAS, President Gerald Ford proclaimed the first Emergency Medical Services Week in November of 1974; and
WHEREAS, This is the 41st anniversary of National Emergency Medical Services Week; and
WHEREAS, The theme of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week is EMS STRONG; and
WHEREAS, It is appropriate to recognize the value and accomplishments of emergency medical services personnel by designating Emergency Medical Services Week in California; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims the week of May 17, 2015, to May 23, 2015, inclusive, as Emergency Medical Services Week in California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, It is estimated that there are over 840,000 emergency medical services personnel in the United States, including over 80,000 in the State of California; and
WHEREAS, Emergency medical services are a vital public service and the members of emergency medical services teams are ready to provide lifesaving care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and
WHEREAS, The emergency medical services system consists of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, administrators, and others; and
WHEREAS, The members of emergency medical services teams, whether career or volunteer, engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills; and
WHEREAS, Emergency medical services providers are dedicated to saving lives and possess a sense of duty to aid others that is inherent in the profession and stays with an emergency medical services provider for life; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 25 to 30 million patients nationwide and over two million patients throughout California receive emergency medical services each year; and
WHEREAS, Access to quality emergency medical care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rates of those who experience sudden illness or injury; and
WHEREAS, The American College of Emergency Physicians was instrumental in establishing National Emergency Medical Services Week to honor the lifesaving efforts of emergency medical services personnel; and
WHEREAS, President Gerald Ford proclaimed the first Emergency Medical Services Week in November of 1974; and
WHEREAS, This is the 41st anniversary of National Emergency Medical Services Week; and
WHEREAS, The theme of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week is EMS STRONG; and
WHEREAS, It is appropriate to recognize the value and accomplishments of emergency medical services personnel by designating Emergency Medical Services Week in California; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims the week of May 17, 2015, to May 23, 2015, inclusive, as Emergency Medical Services Week in California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, It is estimated that there are over 840,000 emergency medical services personnel in the United States, including over 80,000 in the State of California; and
WHEREAS, Emergency medical services are a vital public service and the members of emergency medical services teams are ready to provide lifesaving care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and
WHEREAS, The emergency medical services system consists of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, administrators, and others; and
WHEREAS, The members of emergency medical services teams, whether career or volunteer, engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills; and
WHEREAS, Emergency medical services providers are dedicated to saving lives and possess a sense of duty to aid others that is inherent in the profession and stays with an emergency medical services provider for life; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 25 to 30 million patients nationwide and over two million patients throughout California receive emergency medical services each year; and
WHEREAS, Access to quality emergency medical care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rates of those who experience sudden illness or injury; and
WHEREAS, The American College of Emergency Physicians was instrumental in establishing National Emergency Medical Services Week to honor the lifesaving efforts of emergency medical services personnel; and
WHEREAS, President Gerald Ford proclaimed the first Emergency Medical Services Week in November of 1974; and
WHEREAS, This is the 41st anniversary of National Emergency Medical Services Week; and
WHEREAS, The theme of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week is EMS STRONG; and
WHEREAS, It is appropriate to recognize the value and accomplishments of emergency medical services personnel by designating Emergency Medical Services Week in California; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims the week of May 17, 2015, to May 23, 2015, inclusive, as Emergency Medical Services Week in California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, It is estimated that there are over 840,000 emergency medical services personnel in the United States, including over 80,000 in the State of California; and
WHEREAS, Emergency medical services are a vital public service and the members of emergency medical services teams are ready to provide lifesaving care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and
WHEREAS, The emergency medical services system consists of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, administrators, and others; and
WHEREAS, The members of emergency medical services teams, whether career or volunteer, engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills; and
WHEREAS, Emergency medical services providers are dedicated to saving lives and possess a sense of duty to aid others that is inherent in the profession and stays with an emergency medical services provider for life; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 25 to 30 million patients nationwide and over two million patients throughout California receive emergency medical services each year; and
WHEREAS, Access to quality emergency medical care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rates of those who experience sudden illness or injury; and
WHEREAS, The American College of Emergency Physicians was instrumental in establishing National Emergency Medical Services Week to honor the lifesaving efforts of emergency medical services personnel; and
WHEREAS, President Gerald Ford proclaimed the first Emergency Medical Services Week in November of 1974; and
WHEREAS, This is the 41st anniversary of National Emergency Medical Services Week; and
WHEREAS, The theme of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week is EMS STRONG; and
WHEREAS, It is appropriate to recognize the value and accomplishments of emergency medical services personnel by designating Emergency Medical Services Week in California; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims the week of May 17, 2015, through to May 23, 2015, inclusive, as Emergency Medical Services Week in California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, It is estimated that there are over 840,000 emergency medical services personnel in the United States, including over 80,000 in the State of California; and
WHEREAS, Emergency medical services are a vital public service and the members of emergency medical services teams are ready to provide lifesaving care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and
WHEREAS, The emergency medical services system consists of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, administrators, and others; and
WHEREAS, The members of emergency medical services teams, whether career or volunteer, engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills; and
WHEREAS, Emergency medical services providers are dedicated to saving lives and possess a sense of duty to aid others that is inherent in the profession and stays with an emergency medical services provider for life; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 25 to 30 million patients nationwide and over two million patients throughout California receive emergency medical services each year; and
WHEREAS, Access to quality emergency medical care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rates of those who experience sudden illness or injury; and
WHEREAS, The American College of Emergency Physicians was instrumental in establishing National Emergency Medical Services Week to honor the lifesaving efforts of emergency medical services personnel; and
WHEREAS, President Gerald Ford proclaimed the first Emergency Medical Services Week in November of 1974; and
WHEREAS, This is the 41st anniversary of National Emergency Medical Services Week; and
WHEREAS, The theme of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week is EMS STRONG; and
WHEREAS, It is appropriate to recognize the value and accomplishments of emergency medical services personnel by designating Emergency Medical Services Week in California; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims the week of May 17, 2015, through May 23, 2015, as Emergency Medical Services Week in California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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Date
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Status
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| Jan 21, 2015 | Introduced. To print. |
| Jan 22, 2015 | From printer. |
| Feb 2, 2015 | Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Apr 22, 2015 | From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on RLS. Amended. |
| Apr 23, 2015 | Re-referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Apr 30, 2015 | From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to Third Reading. (Ayes 10. Noes 0.) (April 30). |
| May 18, 2015 | Amended, adopted, and to Senate. |
| May 18, 2015 | Amended, adopted, and to Senate. (Page 1474.) |
| May 19, 2015 | In Senate. To Com. on RLS. |
| May 28, 2015 | From committee: Ordered to third reading. |
| Jun 11, 2015 | Adopted and to Assembly. |
| Jun 11, 2015 | Adopted and to Assembly. (Ayes 37. Noes 0. Page 1400.) |
| Jun 11, 2015 | In Assembly. Ordered to Engrossing and Enrolling. |
| Jun 16, 2015 | Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 62, Statutes of 2015. |
| Jun 16, 2015 | Enrolled and filed with the Secretary of State at 10:30 a.m. |
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Description
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Location
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Votes
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| Jun 11, 2015 | Assembly 3rd Reading ACR10 Rodriguez By Hall | Senate Floor |
Passed |
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| Apr 30, 2015 | Be adopted. To third reading. | Assembly Standing Committee on Rules |
Passed |
This list shows positions taken on this bill by organizations on the date displayed, which is linked to the original source.
Positions by individuals are not included.
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| American Red Cross | ** Support | Jun 11, 2015 |
| California Ambulance Association | ** Support | Jun 11, 2015 |
| California Professional Firefighters | ** Support | Jun 11, 2015 |
| California State Firefighters' Association | ** Support | Jun 11, 2015 |
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THIRD READING
Bill No: ACR 10
Amended: 5/18/15 in Assembly
ASSEMBLY FLOOR: Read and adopted, 5/18/15
SUBJECT: Emergency Medical Services Week
DIGEST: This resolution proclaims the week of May 17-23, 2015, inclusive, as Emergency Medical Services Week.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
Emergency medical services (EMS) are a vital public service and the members of EMS teams are ready to provide lifesaving care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It is estimated that there are over 840,000 EMS personnel in the United States, including over 80,000 in the State of California.
The EMS system consists of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, administrators, and others.
Each year, approximately 25-30 million patients nationwide and over two million patients throughout California receive EMS.
Access to quality emergency medical care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rates of those who experience sudden illness or injury.
This resolution proclaims the week of May 17-23, 2015, inclusive, as Emergency Medical Services Week in California; and recognizes the value and accomplishments of EMS personnel by designating Emergency Medical Services Week in California.
Prior Legislation
ACR 84 (Rodriguez, Resolution Chapter 53, Statutes of 2014) proclaimed the week of May 18, 2014, through May 24, 2014, as Emergency Medical Services Week.
SCR 32 (Strickland, Resolution Chapter 40, Statutes of 2009) declared the week of May 17 to 23, 2009, to be Emergency Medical Services Week in California in recognition of all persons engaged in EMS activities and encouraged all Californians to observe the week with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
American Red Cross
California Ambulance Association
California Professional Firefighters
California State Firefighters’ Association
OPPOSITION: (Verified 5/27/15)
None received
ARGUMENTS IN SUPPORT: According to the author, “Emergency Medical Services Week is a time to pause and honor Emergency Medical personnel, both in California and throughout the nation, who remain calm in the face of crisis and put their own safety on the line to help others in need.”
Prepared by: Melissa Ward / SFA / (916) 651-1520
5/27/15 11:25:40
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ASSEMBLY THIRD READING
ACR 10
(Rodriguez)
As Amended April 22, 2015
Majority vote
Committee |
Votes |
Ayes |
Noes |
Rules |
10-0 |
Gordon, Chang, Burke, Cooley, Dodd, Jones, Mayes, Rodriguez, Waldron, Wood |
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SUMMARY: Proclaims the week of May 17, 2015, to May 23, 2015, inclusive, as Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
It is estimated that there are over 840,000 emergency medical services personnel in the United States, including over 80,000 in the State of California.
Emergency medical services systems consist of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, administrators, and others who engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills.
Access to quality emergency medical care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rates of those who experience sudden illness or injury.
This is the 41st anniversary of National EMS Week; and, the theme of EMS Week is "EMS STRONG."
FISCAL EFFECT: None
Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0000237
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Date of Hearing: April 30, 2015
ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES
Richard Gordon, Chair
ACR 10
(Rodriguez) – As Amended April 22, 2015
SUBJECT: Emergency Medical Services Week.
SUMMARY: Proclaims the week of May 17, 2015, to May 23, 2015, inclusive, as Emergency Medical Services Week. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
It is estimated that there are over 840,000 emergency medical services personnel in the United States, including over 80,000 in the State of California.
Emergency medical services systems consist of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, administrators, and others who engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills.
Access to quality emergency medical care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rates of those who experience sudden illness or injury.
This is the 41st anniversary of National Emergency Medical Services Week; and, the theme of EMS Week is "EMS STRONG."
FISCAL EFFECT: None
REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:
Support
California Ambulance Association
Opposition
None on file
Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800
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