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NJ A3217

NJ A3217
Exempts experienced firefighters from certain requirements.


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Introduced
02/22/2016
In Committee
02/22/2016
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2018

Introduced Session

2016-2017 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill exempts experienced firefighters from certain requirements. Specifically, under the provisions of this bill, a fire department, whether paid, part-paid, or volunteer, is not to prohibit a firefighter who has five or more years of experience in fire suppression, firefighting, or fire rescue from engaging in these activities solely on the basis that the firefighter is uncertified or does not meet any requirement that is not imposed pursuant to statute, rule, or regulation.

AI Summary

This bill exempts experienced firefighters from certain requirements. Specifically, it prohibits a fire department from prohibiting a firefighter with at least 5 years of experience in fire suppression, firefighting, or fire rescue from engaging in those activities solely on the basis that the firefighter is uncertified or does not meet a requirement that is not imposed by statute, rule, or regulation. The bill takes effect immediately.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Homeland Security and State Preparedness Committee (on 02/22/2016)

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