Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing

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Last mentioned: Mar 5, 2026

Timeline

  1. Projected Committee Review

    Expected timeframe for the bill to move through healthcare and finance committees.

  2. Public Briefing

    State officials and EMS advocates provide details on the projected millions in state savings.

  3. Legislation Introduced

    The bill is formally introduced to the Colorado General Assembly to reform EMS funding.

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Colorado Bill Seeks to Boost EMS Funding While Cutting State Costs

New Colorado legislation proposes a dual-benefit funding model for ambulance services, aiming to increase provider revenue while reducing the state's fiscal burden. The bill leverages federal matching programs to address chronic underfunding in emergency medical services without increasing local taxes.

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