A4159

Requires Firefighter 1 certification of candidate who completes military firefighter training and at least 12 months active duty military service in lieu of training course requirements.

Introduced·2/19/26
Introduced Text

Allows military firefighters with 12 months of active duty and military training to bypass civilian training for New Jersey Firefighter 1.

New Jersey A4159 waives the civilian training course requirement for Firefighter 1 certification for individuals who have completed at least 12 months of active duty military service and satisfactorily finished military firefighter training. Instead of the standard training course, these individuals can meet the eligibility and examination requirements set by the Division of Fire Safety in the Department of Community Affairs to receive their certification. This bill aims to recognize the skills and experience of military firefighters in the civilian firefighting sector.

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Where it stands

Current
Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 19

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee