Relating to waivers permitting non-certified drivers to operate in partnership with state-certified emergency medical personnel.

HB 5556 extends existing and future waivers allowing non-certified drivers to work alongside state-certified emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics in Texas emergency medical services. It eliminates the need for renewal applications for current waivers and removes this requirement for new waivers approved after the bill's effective date. The Texas Department of State Health Services will develop rules to clarify updated certification requirements for providers. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025, directly affecting EMS providers relying on non-certified drivers for ambulance operations.