Establishes "Resident Firefighter Grant Program" in Division of Fire Safety.
This bill establishes a state grant program to help fire districts create or expand "resident firefighter" programs. Resident firefighters live at fire stations in exchange for performing duties like training and emergency responses. The program provides grants for constructing dormitories (including kitchens), amenities, and incentives for these firefighters, with the state requesting at least $5 million annually for funding. Fire districts must apply to the Division of Fire Safety, which will distribute grants equitably across northern, central, and southern regions.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
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Paul Moriarty
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