Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council
In 1999, Sunset legislation authorized the establishment of the Governor’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) to advise and make recommendations on developing and implementing Texas Emergency Healthcare System rules. The Governor appoints the council members.
Vision
A unified, comprehensive, and effective Emergency Healthcare System.
Mission
To promote, develop, and advance an accountable, patient-centered Trauma and Emergency Healthcare System.
Announcement
Governor Abbott Appoints Five To Advisory Council On Emergency Medical Services
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Donald “Donny” Booth to the Advisory Council on Emergency Medical Services (GETAC) for a term set to expire on January 1, 2028. Additionally, the Governor reappointed Sharon Malone, M.D., Taylor Ratcliff, M.D., Shawn Salter, and Alan Tyroch, M.D. for terms set to expire on January 1, 2030. The council recommends changes to the EMS/Trauma System to ensure that communities receive comprehensive and efficient emergency care.
GETAC Strategic Plan
Strategic Plan for The Texas Emergency Healthcare System (March 2024)
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Education Opportunity
Texas Pediatric Readiness Education Series
The Texas Pediatric Readiness Improvement Project is a collaborative effort endorsed by the Governor’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) to improve pediatric outcomes and support rural trauma centers in meeting the proposed Texas trauma rules slated to become effective in September 2024.
Beginning in January 2024, 1-hour virtual sessions will highlight evidence-based practices and resources for adoption in the emergency department, review standardized simulation cases, and integrate opportunities to engage in pediatric quality improvement efforts. The education series is available at no cost.
Public Meeting Dates
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4th Quarter |
November 23-25, 2024 |
Held in conjunction with the Texas EMS Conference. |
Next Public Meeting
No meetings are scheduled at this time.
Past Meetings
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August 23, 2024 |
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June 14, 2024 |
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March 20, 2024 |
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March 8, 2024 |
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February 1-2, 2024 Retreat |
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November 20, 2023 |
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August 18, 2023 |
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June 9, 2023 |
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March 9, 2023 |
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March 6,2023 Retreat |
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November 24, 2022 |
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August 19, 2022 |
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May 26, 2022 |
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March 11, 2022 |
Learn More About the Council and Activities
- GETAC Members
- Committee formation statute
- Policies and Procedures
- Index of Governor’s EMS and Trauma Advisory Council Position Statements
- GETAC Committee Guidelines
- EMS Wall Time White Paper
Learn More About the Committees and Activities
- Committee Pages