Bill > HB1761

This bill expands access to the state's employee assistance program, which offers mental health and wellness support, to include all active members of volunteer fire departments and active volunteer members of combination fire departments, with the state covering all associated costs. An employee assistance program is defined as a service providing counseling and support for personal issues that might affect job performance. The bill also makes changes to how fire departments are recognized and how their membership lists are submitted to the state fire marshal's office, removing a requirement for specific reporting systems and certified mail for certain notifications, and allowing for more frequent electronic updates of membership lists for departments participating in state programs. Additionally, it amends a provision related to employee benefits to include both full-time and part-time employees.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1761&ga=114