Virginia Department of Health
State Board of Health
Virginia Emergency Medical Services Regulations
[12 VAC 5 ‑ 31]
| Action | Amend current regulations to include new regulations as a result of legislative changes and changes in the practice of EMS. |
| Stage | Final |
| Comment Period | Ends 10/9/2012 |
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9/12/12 9:31 pm
Commenter:
TOM & VALERIE BROLLINI, VA residents
Support for EMS to carry firearms
Support for EMS to carry firearms
We fully support the change in the law/regulations to allow EMS personnel to carry firearms both open & concealed.
They are frequently the first on scene to dangerous situations & should be allowed to protect themselves.
CommentID: 24014