Pennsylvania recognizes Black History Month by commemorating the 50th anniversary of Freedom House Ambulance Service.

This resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the closure of Freedom House Ambulance Service, the first U.S. emergency medical service staffed by trained paramedics. Founded in 1967, it operated in Pittsburgh, primarily serving Black neighborhoods. The service saved at least 200 lives in its first year, achieving response times under 10 minutes. Despite its success, it ceased operations in 1975 when the City of Pittsburgh ended its contract. The resolution acknowledges the service's impact on emergency medical care, workforce development, and community health.

Pennsylvania recognizes Black History Month by commemorating the 50th anniversary of Freedom House Ambulance Service.

This resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the closure of Freedom House Ambulance Service, the first U.S. emergency medical service staffed by trained paramedics. Founded in 1967, it operated in Pittsburgh, primarily serving Black neighborhoods. The service saved at least 200 lives in its first year, achieving response times under 10 minutes. Despite its success, it ceased operations in 1975 when the City of Pittsburgh ended its contract. The resolution acknowledges the service's impact on emergency medical care, workforce development, and community health.