1. (a) As used in this section, "employing entity" means an entity that employs:

   1. (1) an emergency medical responder;
   2. (2) an emergency medical technician;
   3. (3) an advanced emergency medical technician; or
   4. (4) a paramedic.

2. (b) An employing entity or an individual described in subsection (a)(1) through (a)(4) shall enter into a written agreement with a facility described in section 1 of this chapter detailing procedures for the transport of individuals to the facility, including the following information:

   1. (1) The facility's operating hours.
   2. (2) Criteria for determining whether the facility is an appropriate facility to transport the individual.

   3. (3) Procedures for:

      1. (A) directing the transport of an individual to another facility; and
      2. (B) individuals who decline care or transport to a facility.

As added by P.L.210-2025, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.23-2026, SEC.134.