Arizona HB2138 clarifies that firefighters injured or killed while traveling to or from work are eligible for workers' compensation benefits.

Arizona HB2138 amends section 23-1021.01 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to specify that a firefighter injured or killed while traveling directly to or from work is considered in the course and scope of employment for workers' compensation eligibility. This applies to professional firefighters who are members of city, town, county, or fire district fire departments. The bill also clarifies that employers are not liable for civil damages from negligent or intentional conduct by the firefighter during such travel.

Arizona HB2138 clarifies that firefighters injured or killed while traveling to or from work are eligible for workers' compensation benefits.

Arizona HB2138 amends section 23-1021.01 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to specify that a firefighter injured or killed while traveling directly to or from work is considered in the course and scope of employment for workers' compensation eligibility. This applies to professional firefighters who are members of city, town, county, or fire district fire departments. The bill also clarifies that employers are not liable for civil damages from negligent or intentional conduct by the firefighter during such travel.