Time Critical Diagnosis System Veto Stands

The Missouri legislature has failed to overturn a veto for a program that health professionals say saves lives.  Governor Mike Parson slashed a line item providing $153,000 in funding for the Time Critical Diagnosis System.  The TCD connects 911 and ambulance services with hospitals designated as trauma or stroke and heart attack centers to ensure patients get the best treatment in the shortest time.  During the legislature’s veto session, the House voted to overturn the veto, but the Senate declined to address the issue, which means the veto stands at least until the next legislative session.