Allows local unit to provide service award to volunteer for qualifying service performed for each emergency service organization.
This bill (A413) allows New Jersey local governments to provide separate service awards to volunteers who serve in multiple emergency service organizations (like fire departments or EMS) within the same jurisdiction. It amends existing law to let volunteers earn the maximum annual award ($1,150) for each organization they serve, rather than a single capped amount. Key provisions require local governments to adopt ordinances with public ratification, specify funding levels, and define how volunteer service points (e.g., training, responses) count toward awards. The change aims to support recruitment and retention by recognizing dual-service contributions without increasing overall program costs.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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Bob Auth
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