Reaffirms that open water lifeguards are first responders and emergency response providers.

The bill reaffirms that open water lifeguards qualify as first responders and emergency response providers, recognizing their essential work in protecting lives and property. It highlights the risks they face and their cross-training in emergency medical response, marine fire safety, law enforcement, and water rescue craft operations. The bill also notes that many other countries recognize lifeguards as emergency responders and grant them access to relevant programs.

Reaffirms that open water lifeguards are first responders and emergency response providers.

The bill reaffirms that open water lifeguards qualify as first responders and emergency response providers, recognizing their essential work in protecting lives and property. It highlights the risks they face and their cross-training in emergency medical response, marine fire safety, law enforcement, and water rescue craft operations. The bill also notes that many other countries recognize lifeguards as emergency responders and grant them access to relevant programs.