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EMS Leaders:

Congressional Fire Services Institute Executive Director Michaela Campbell:

"Firefighters across the United States respond to millions of motor vehicle crashes each year, often serving as the first line of care in some of the most critical and time-sensitive moments. The Congressional Fire Services Institute is grateful for the work of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Department of Transportation to help ensure that our first responders are equipped with the training, tools, and resources they need."

Howard County Fire and Rescue Chief Medical Officer Dr. Matthew Levy:

"The nation's more than 370 prehospital blood transfusion programs have an incredible impact on outcomes for patients with severe bleeding due to traumatic injuries and other critical bleeding emergencies. The data show that early access to blood in the prehospital setting helps to improve survival outcomes, particularly for victims of transportation-related incidents where minutes matter. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the U.S. Department of Transportation's commitment to increasing awareness of and funding for these innovative, evidence-based programs nationwide will help drive adoption of this impactful clinical intervention nationwide."

National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians President Christopher Way:

"For more than 50 years, EMS Week has provided an opportunity to honor the dedication, skill, and unwavering commitment of EMS clinicians who deliver lifesaving care on our roadways and in communities across the nation every day. The National Association of EMTs extends our sincere gratitude to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the U.S. Department of Transportation for hosting this incredible celebration of emergency medical services professionals. This year, EMS agencies across the country join the DOT in hosting blood drives to increase the availability of blood products, helping to advance prehospital blood transfusion programs that are saving lives in the field."

National Association of State EMS Officials President Jason Rhodes:

"On behalf of the National Association of EMS Officials, we thank the U.S. Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for hosting this important EMS Week event and recognizing the critical role EMS plays in protecting our communities every day. Every EMS activation is fundamentally a transportation issue, with some of our most vulnerable road users riding in the back of an ambulance during their time of greatest need. This Administration's commitment to partnering with states and encouraging stronger collaboration between transportation and EMS leaders will help advance shared system goals, improve patient outcomes, and support innovative approaches such as prehospital blood programs that are saving lives across the country."