S.2138

Establishes "Resident Firefighter Grant Program" in Division of Fire Safety.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Establishes the "Resident Firefighter Grant Program" in the Division of Fire Safety to fund resident firefighter programs.

The bill establishes the "Resident Firefighter Grant Program" in the Division of Fire Safety within the Department of Community Affairs. This program aims to provide grants to fire districts for creating and expanding resident firefighter programs. A resident firefighter is defined as a firefighter who performs duties in exchange for free living accommodations. The Director of the Division of Fire Safety is tasked with administering the program, including setting application procedures, advising fire districts, establishing grant award criteria, and monitoring fund usage.

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Law and Public Safety Committee
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History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee