42 U.S.C. § 290ee–10 — Rural emergency medical service training and equipment assistance program

an emergency medical services agency operated by a local or tribal government (including fire-based and non-fire based); or

an emergency medical services agency that is described in section 501(c) of title 26 and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of title 26; and

train emergency medical services personnel as appropriate to obtain and maintain licenses and certifications relevant to service^* in an emergency medical services agency described in subsection (b)(1);

conduct courses that qualify graduates to serve in an emergency medical services agency described in subsection (b)(1) in accordance with State^* and local requirements;

fund specific training to meet Federal or State licensing or certification requirements;

acquire emergency medical services equipment; and

ensure emergency medical services personnel are trained on mental health and substance use disorders and care for individuals with such disorders in emergency situations; and

recruit and retain emergency medical services personnel, which may include volunteer personnel;

develop new ways to educate emergency health care providers through the use of technology-enhanced educational methods;

acquire personal protective equipment for emergency medical services personnel as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration; or

acquire drugs or devices approved, cleared, or otherwise legally marketed under the Federal Food, Drug^*, and Cosmetic Act [21 U.S.C. 301 et seq.] for emergency treatment^* of known or suspected overdose.

means resources used by a public or private nonprofit licensed entity to deliver medical care outside of a medical facility under emergency conditions that occur as a result of the condition of the patient; and

includes services delivered (either on a compensated or volunteer basis) by an emergency medical services provider or other provider that is licensed or certified by the State involved as an emergency medical technician, a paramedic, or an equivalent professional (as determined by the State).

a nonmetropolitan statistical area;

an area designated as a rural area by any law or regulation of a State; or

a rural census tract of a metropolitan statistical area (as determined under the most recent rural urban commuting area code as set forth by the Office of Management and Budget).