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HB 1758

An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in volunteer firefighters, repealing provisions relating to employment sanctions; and providing for volunteer emergency responders employer tax credit.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Borowski and 16 co-sponsors

Overview: HB 1758, An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in volunteer firefighters, repealing provisions relating to employment sa

Referred to Finance
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Bill Summary · HB 1758

Overview: HB 1758, An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in volunteer firefighters, repealing provisions relating to employment sanctions; and providing for volunteer emergency responders employer tax credit, Referred to Finance, July 23, 2025

Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to provide additional support and protections for volunteer firefighters and other emergency responders in Pennsylvania. The bill aims to remove employment sanctions for volunteer firefighters and establish a tax credit for employers who allow their employees to serve as volunteer emergency responders.

Key Provisions:
- Repeals provisions that allowed for employment sanctions against volunteer firefighters
- Establishes a tax credit for employers who allow their employees to serve as volunteer emergency responders
- Specifies the eligibility criteria and application process for the employer tax credit

Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would directly benefit volunteer firefighters and other emergency responders in Pennsylvania by removing the threat of employment sanctions and providing financial incentives for their employers. It would also potentially encourage more individuals to volunteer for emergency response roles, strengthening the overall emergency services network in the state.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Finance committee for further review and consideration. If passed, the changes to employment sanctions and the new employer tax credit would be implemented, providing additional support and protections for volunteer emergency responders in Pennsylvania.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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