Summary
Pittsburgh's rule forcing paramedics to live within city limits just got tossed out by a judge, which should make it way easier to hire and keep first responders. With fewer hiring hurdles, the city can hopefully beef up its emergency medical crews.
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Impact analysis
It could save the city money on overtime and recruitment costs by finally filling those empty paramedic slots.
Paramedics who want to live in the suburbs, and city residents who get faster responses when they call 911.
No groups negatively affected
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