An act relating to survivor and disability benefits for emergency personnel

This bill creates a $80,000 monetary benefit for survivors of Vermont emergency personnel (including firefighters, emergency medical personnel, and certified law enforcement officers) who die in the line of duty or from an occupation-related illness, as well as for emergency personnel with permanent total disability incurred in the line of duty. It establishes a review board to evaluate claims and administer payments, with benefits paid from a new state special fund. The board must decide on claims within 60 days, and denied claims can be appealed to Superior Court. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.