HOUSE 2709116th CongressReferred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Fire Police Fairness Act

Last Action: 6/26/2019

Actions

2019-06-26Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
2019-05-14Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
2019-05-14Introduced in House
2019-05-14Introduced in House

CRS Summary

As of 2019-05-14 (00)

Fire Police Fairness Act

This bill includes additional firefighters within the definition of "public safety officer" for purposes of death, disability, and education benefits under the Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program.

Specifically, it includes as a public safety officer a firefighter whose primary duty during an emergency response is to secure the scene or manage traffic.

Cosponsors (2)

Glenn Thompson (R-PA)
WILLIAM PASCRELL (D-NJ)

Subjects

Employee benefits and pensions
Fires
First responders and emergency personnel
Law enforcement officers

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