Municipal Firefighters' Bill of Rights; rights and procedures for firefighters' personnel issues established

SB 366 creates a Municipal Firefighters' Bill of Rights in Alabama, establishing minimum standards for how municipal fire departments handle investigations and disciplinary actions against firefighters. The bill requires that firefighters be notified of pending personnel actions that could affect their pay or status, and it sets rules for investigations including allowing firefighters to have witnesses present, recording interrogations, and prohibiting threats or promises to induce answers. Additionally, the legislation prohibits requiring firefighters to disclose personal financial information for promotions or job assignments, allows off-duty political activity, and ensures firefighters cannot be penalized for exercising these rights. The act applies to public servants whose primary duty is fighting fires and providing fire protection services to municipalities.