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NJ A4159
NJ A4159Requires 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
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
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, even if they haven't completed the standard Firefighter 1 recruit training course required by the Division of Fire Safety in the Department of Community Affairs. This means that military service and training in firefighting can now substitute for the civilian training program, provided the individual still meets the other eligibility and examination requirements for certification.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4159 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4159_I1.HTM |
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