Paramedics Recruitment and Retention Scholarship Program; revise provisions related to.

HB 650 creates a scholarship program to help recruit and retain paramedics in Mississippi by covering full tuition, fees, books, uniforms, and national certification exam costs for qualified applicants. It targets certified EMTs pursuing accredited paramedic training who agree to work in Mississippi for at least three years after graduation. The program, managed by the Office of Workforce Development with the Department of Employment Security handling funds, allows up to 5% of allocated money for administrative costs. This bill directly affects EMTs seeking paramedic certification and aims to strengthen Mississippi's emergency medical services workforce through financial support and service commitments.