A3548

New Jersey A3548 ensures certain volunteer workers receive maximum workers' compensation benefits regardless of outside employment.

New Jersey A3548 amends workers' compensation law to guarantee maximum benefits for volunteer workers, including firefighters, first aid or rescue squad workers, and others, regardless of their employment status outside these roles. This change follows a State Supreme Court ruling that clarified the intent for all volunteer firefighters to receive the highest compensation allowed. The bill applies to various volunteer positions, such as county fire marshals, emergency management volunteers, and health care workers registered with the Emergency Health Care Provider Registry.