H.R. 235, the "Veteran Emergency Medical Technician Support Act of 2013"

Bill Status: 
Passed by House
Last Action: 
Feb 12, 2013

Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) and Rep. LoisCapps (C-CA) introduced H.R. 235 on January 14, 2013.  The bill authorizes a demonstration grant program to states so they can streamline the certification and licensure requirements for returning veterans to become emergency medical technicians.  This legislation seeks to alleviate the higher-than-average unemployment rates experienced by veterans and address areas of shortage in health professions. 

The bill passed the House on February 12, 2013.

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