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NJ S2449
NJ S2449Requires 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
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 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, which is a standard qualification for firefighters. Currently, to become a certified Firefighter 1, candidates must meet specific eligibility, training, and examination requirements set by the Division of Fire Safety within the Department of Community Affairs. This new legislation provides an alternative pathway, meaning that if a person has not gone through the standard Firefighter 1 training course but has fulfilled the military service and training requirements, they can still obtain Firefighter 1 certification as long as they meet the other eligibility and examination criteria.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S2449 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2500/2449_I1.HTM |
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