Bill > HB5905

This bill, known as the "Emergency Responder Employment Protection Act," prohibits employers from discriminating against, disciplining, or discharging an employee who is absent from work to respond to an emergency as an emergency responder. The bill defines "emergency responder" broadly to include various professionals, such as emergency medical personnel, firefighters, and public health practitioners, whose assistance is utilized during emergencies. The bill requires employees to notify their employers of their emergency responder status and provide documentation upon request. Employees or former employees can bring civil actions to enforce the provisions of this act.