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NJ S3316
NJ S3316Requires Firefighter 1 certification of candidate who completes military firefighter training and at least 12 months active duty military service in lieu of training course requirements.
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Introduced
06/03/2024
06/03/2024
In Committee
06/03/2024
06/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that a person who completed at least 12 months of active duty military service and has satisfactorily completed military firefighter training is eligible to receive Firefighter 1 certification. Under current law, a candidate for Firefighter 1 certification is required to meet the eligibility, training, and examination requirements established by the Division of Fire Safety in the Department of Community Affairs. Under the bill, a person who has not completed the training program requirements established by the division, but meets the other eligibility and examination requirements required for certification, is to receive a Firefighter 1 certificate if the person has completed at least 12 months of active duty military service and has satisfactorily completed military firefighter training during the period of active duty military service.
AI Summary
This bill allows individuals who have completed at least 12 months of active duty military service and satisfactorily completed military firefighter training to receive Firefighter 1 certification, even if they have not completed the Firefighter 1 recruit training course required by the Division of Fire Safety in the Department of Community Affairs. The bill aims to provide an alternative pathway for these individuals to obtain the necessary certification, recognizing their prior military firefighter training and experience.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 06/03/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S3316 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S3500/3316_I1.HTM |
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