Bill > SB2135

This bill amends two sections of North Dakota law related to the firefighters death benefits fund, increasing financial support for families of firefighters who die in the line of duty. Specifically, the bill raises the amount the insurance commissioner can transfer to the firefighters death benefit fund from $50,000 to $125,000 per biennium, and increases the death benefit payment from $10,000 to $25,000 that will be paid to a deceased firefighter's survivor when the fire chief or their designee confirms a line-of-duty death. These changes aim to provide greater financial assistance to the families of firefighters who lose their lives while serving their communities, recognizing the significant risks and sacrifices made by these first responders. The bill applies to firefighters from city fire departments, rural fire departments, and rural fire protection districts, ensuring broader coverage for firefighting personnel across different types of jurisdictions in North Dakota.

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https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo2135.html