2008 Senate Bill 1199

Prohibit firing of volunteer first responder for absence

Introduced in the Senate

March 11, 2008

Introduced by Sen. Michael Switalski (D-10)

To prohibit an employer from firing an employee who is a volunteer EMT or a firefighter because of absence or lateness caused by responding to an emergency. Fired employees could sue for full reinstatement and back wages.

Referred to the Committee on Commerce and Tourism