NYC Council Introduction 1182

intro.nyc/1182-2026 2026-2029 Legislative Session
Establishment of a department of emergency medical services.
Status: Committee Committee on Fire and Emergency Management
Sponsored by Susan Zhuang
Introduced: November 12, 2026

This bill would establish a Department of Emergency Medical Services, headed by a Commissioner of Emergency Medical Services. The Department would be vested with the power to perform functions and operations relating to general ambulance services, emergency medical services, and other response services necessary to preserve public health, safety, and welfare.