H.R. 6257 · 111th Congress

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exempt certain emergency medical devices from the excise tax on medical devices.

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2010-09-29
Latest action
2010-09-29 · Introduced in House

Summary

Amends the Internal Revenue Code to exempt a qualified emergency medical device from the excise tax on medical devices. Defines "qualified emergency medical device" as a medical device furnished by first responders or ambulance services in providing out-of-hospital or pre-hospital care, or transport to a medical care facility, for individuals with illnesses, injuries, or other medical emergencies or in need of medical transport, extrication, or evacuation.