Eric Chaney has more than 30 years of experience in fire and emergency services, public policy, and state licensure and certification. Before joining NHTSA, Eric oversaw the Medical First Responder Coordination Branch in the US Department of Homeland Security Office of Health Affairs. Previously, he was an EMS analyst with the US Navy, where he developed, formulated, and integrated plans, policies, and procedures for the fire and emergency services program. In addition to his federal service, Eric has experience at the state level as chief of the Division of Licensure and Medical Affairs for the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services. At The Office of EMS, Eric serves as the Project Manager for the National EMS Information System (NEMSIS).