Illinois SB0193 establishes an apprenticeship program for firefighters aged 18-20 and amends firefighter hiring standards.

Illinois SB0193 allows municipalities to establish apprenticeship programs for 18-20 year olds to perform volunteer firefighter duties for fire protection districts. It also amends firefighter hiring standards, requiring examinations based on mental aptitude, physical ability, preferences, moral character, and health. Preferences include veteran status, fire cadet training, educational degrees, paramedic licensure, and experience. The bill mandates public, competitive, and open examinations and establishes registers of eligibles for firefighter appointments.

Illinois SB0193 establishes an apprenticeship program for firefighters aged 18-20 and amends firefighter hiring standards.

Illinois SB0193 allows municipalities to establish apprenticeship programs for 18-20 year olds to perform volunteer firefighter duties for fire protection districts. It also amends firefighter hiring standards, requiring examinations based on mental aptitude, physical ability, preferences, moral character, and health. Preferences include veteran status, fire cadet training, educational degrees, paramedic licensure, and experience. The bill mandates public, competitive, and open examinations and establishes registers of eligibles for firefighter appointments.