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Rod Grams: “In closing I have talked with many EMT's, paramedics, and emergency nurses, and most tell me that they wouldn't think of…”

On the recordMay 19, 1998
In closing I have talked with many EMT's, paramedics, and emergency nurses, and most tell me that they wouldn't think of doing anything else for their chosen career. So, in honoring them during this National EMS Week, I can think of no better way to recognize their service than through the introduction of legislation that will help them to help others. I ask my colleagues to support them by supporting the Emergency Medical Services Act.
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Rod Grams
Republican · Minnesota

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Recognizing the contributions of emergency medical personnel during National EMS Week.

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