Hawaii Medical Board (Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs)
HAWAII MEDICAL BOARD EMERGENCY MEDICAL PERSONNEL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
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What's Being Discussed
The Hawaii Medical Board's Emergency Medical Personnel Advisory Committee (EMPAC) is holding a meeting on August 26, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The committee advises the Hawaii Medical Board on issues related to emergency medical personnel. Key topics include:
- Reviewing the rules and laws governing EMT licensing in Hawaii, including training and certification requirements
- Examining the current scope of practice for EMT-1 (Non-Transport) workers and whether it needs clearer definition
- Reviewing how National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) standards apply to Hawaii licenses
- Looking at current EMT application forms to see if updates are needed
- Welcoming and introducing two new committee members: Aaron Mitchell and Cody Telles
- Approving minutes from the last meeting held in September 2022
Decisions Expected
- Possibly forming one or more working groups to research and recommend updates to EMT and Paramedic certification, training, scope of practice, and related laws
- Selecting a new Committee Chair
- Approving previous meeting minutes
Who Should Pay Attention
- EMTs and paramedics working in or seeking licensure in Hawaii
- Emergency medical services (EMS) organizations and training programs
- Anyone interested in how Hawaii regulates emergency medical personnel
- Members of the public can attend in person in Honolulu or virtually via Zoom, and may submit written testimony to medical@dcca.hawaii.gov
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