Maine EMS Ad Hoc Committee on Pilot Project Pathways
Date: Monday, March 16, 2026
Time: 12 to 1 P.M.
Location: Microsoft Teams
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/27769902571755?p=WuxgLaSo9FQMqm69xJ
Meeting ID: 277 699 025 717 55
Passcode: 34yY9pX9
I. Introductions & Committee Charge
- Chair: Brian Langerman
- Members: Andy Turcotte (Rules Committee), Dr. Matthew Sholl (MDPB), Dr. Jack Lewis (MDPB), Maine EMS Staff Representative.
- Charge: 1. Develop "off-ramp" recommendations for MD3 (MOPR) and Delta pilot projects (due by April Board Meeting).
2. Propose a standardized, rule-based pathway for the application, oversight, and conclusion of future Maine EMS Pilot Projects.
II. Establishment of Meeting Goals
- Goal 1: Review the current status and data of the MD3 and Delta projects to determine clinical and operational efficacy.
- Goal 2: Identify specific "off-ramp" options for existing pilots (e.g., permanent protocol incorporation, standard licensure amendment, or project sunset).
- Goal 3: Outline the "Pilot Project Life Cycle" to serve as the basis for new rulemaking.
III. Review of Current Pilot Projects
- MD3 (Maine Operational Physician Response): Summary of activities since May 2023 and alignment with state medical direction.
- Delta Pilot: Summary of findings and integration with existing service levels.
IV. Standardizing the Pathway (The "Innovation Pipeline")
- Standardizing Approval: Discussion on moving from ad-hoc Board exemptions to a formal regulatory pathway.
- Oversight Roles: Defining the distinct responsibilities of the MDPB (clinical review) vs. the Board (regulatory/administrative oversight).
- Concept Development: Initial review of the draft rule document.
V. Draft Rule Concept: Chapter 28 (Pilot Projects)
- Review of the initial "Rule Concept" document.
- Determining mandatory application components (Data plan, QA/QI oversight, Funding transparency).
VI. Action Items & Next Steps