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House adopts concurrent resolution recognizing emergency medical services personnel

2247424 · February 7, 2025

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The House adopted House Concurrent Resolution 6,007 recognizing emergency medical services personnel as essential public service and urging support for EMS workers. The resolution passed unanimously by voice/roll call with 68 ayes, 1 excused.

Pierre — The South Dakota House unanimously adopted House Concurrent Resolution 6,007 on Thursday, recognizing emergency medical services (EMS) personnel and supporting efforts to acknowledge EMS as an essential public service.

Representative Andera, who introduced the resolution, told lawmakers EMS personnel “respond and assist as soon as it is possible” in car accidents, pandemics and household emergencies. “Emergency medical services is an important part of the first responder family,” Andera said.

The resolution was adopted after brief remarks and a roll call that the clerk recorded as 68 ayes with 1 excused.

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