Senate Sponsors: LIGHTFORD-SMITH. House Sponsors: FLOWERS-SHARP-DAVIS,MONIQUE Short description: EMS SYSTEMS-NO SMOKING Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Systems Act. Provides that a person may not smoke while inside an ambulance, specialized emergency medical services vehicle (SEMSV), or medical carrier. Provides that a violation of this provision is punishable by a civil penalty of $100. SENATE AMENDMENT NO. 1. Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Systems Act. Provides that patients, individuals who accompany a patient, and emergency medical services personnel may not smoke while inside an ambulance or specialized emergency medical services vehicle (SEMSV). Provides that the Department of Public Health may impose a fine (in the amount of $100) on an individual who violates this provision. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 01-01-09 Location: Senate Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 1 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status