Approval of Two New Wheelchair Transport Licenses

Original title: Issuance of two new Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity for provision of non-medical wheelchair transport services.

Record date · October 7, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The Emergency Medical Services Authority has approved the issuance of two new Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity to allow for the operation of non-medical wheelchair transport services.

Why it matters

This action increases the number of authorized providers for non-medical wheelchair transportation services within the jurisdiction, potentially affecting service availability for residents requiring these transport options.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Non-medical wheelchair transport service providers

Two new entities are authorized to operate within the market.

Directly affected

Residents requiring wheelchair transport

The number of available service providers for non-medical wheelchair transport has increased.

Key Facts

The Emergency Medical Services Authority approved two new Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity.
The certificates are specifically for the provision of non-medical wheelchair transport services.
The file number for this action is 25-1143A.
The action was introduced on July 24, 2025.

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The status of the file is marked as Passed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity?

It is a legal permit required for certain businesses, such as transport services, to operate within a specific jurisdiction to ensure they meet public service standards.

Does this change affect medical ambulance services?

No, the certificates are specifically for non-medical wheelchair transport services.

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