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H 2067

An Act waiving the requirement for on call fire fighters to disclose stipends as income

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Donnie Berthiaume and 1 co-sponsor

Overview: H 2067, An Act waiving the requirement for on call fire fighters to disclose stipends as income, had a hearing rescheduled to 11/20/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in B-1 and

Accompanied a study order, see H5361
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Bill Summary · H 2067

Overview: H 2067, An Act waiving the requirement for on call fire fighters to disclose stipends as income, had a hearing rescheduled to 11/20/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time. The bill was introduced on February 27, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to waive the requirement for on-call firefighters to disclose their stipends as income. This change aims to provide financial relief and support for these essential public safety workers.

Key Provisions:
- Waives the requirement for on-call firefighters to report their stipends as taxable income
- Ensures that these stipends are not counted towards determining eligibility for any state or local assistance programs

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- On-call firefighters will benefit from this change, as they will no longer have to report their stipends as income
- Municipalities and fire departments that employ on-call firefighters may also see a positive impact, as this change could help with recruitment and retention efforts

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill is currently in the hearing rescheduling process, with the next hearing set for 11/20/2025
- After the hearing, the bill will likely move through the legislative process, with potential amendments and votes in both chambers before reaching the governor's desk

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

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