Bill creating treat-in-place ambulance program passes Alabama House committee

By: Anna Barrett

Outlets: Alabama Reflector

Published: February 12, 2026

Words: 720

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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An Alabama House committee Wednesday approved a bill that creates a program aimed to help rural Alabamians access health care without going to a hospital.

HB 400, sponsored by Rep. Ed Oliver, R-Dadeville, passed the House Health Committee on a voice vote despite some audible “nays” from legislators. A message seeking comment from the Alabama Association of Ambulance Services was left Wednesday morning.

“In rural areas where you may not have an ambulance at …

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