Expands the list of medical personnel authorized to withdraw blood specimens from suspected intoxicated drivers.
This bill amends the list of medical personnel authorized to withdraw blood specimens from individuals suspected of operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Currently, only licensed physicians, physician assistants, medical technologists, and registered nurses can perform this task. The bill expands this list to include emergency medical technicians, paramedics, licensed practical nurses, medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, laboratory assistants, and other qualified persons, provided they are authorized by their designated medical director.
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