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Tax Relief for First Responders: Disability Payments Excluded After Retirement

This act allows first responders, including law enforcement, firefighters, and paramedics, to continue excluding service-connected disability payments from their taxable income even after reaching retirement age. This means that their retirement pensions or annuities, if linked to a service-connected disability, will not be counted as taxable income, potentially improving their financial well-being in retirement.
Key points
First responders (police, firefighters, EMTs) will not pay taxes on service-connected disability payments, even after retirement.
This change applies to payments previously excluded from income due to a service-connected disability.
The new rules take effect for tax years beginning after the act's enactment date, providing tangible financial benefits for eligible individuals.
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Print number: 117_S_1618
Sponsor: Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]
Process start date: 2021-05-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Putting First Responders First Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1618.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • First responders (police, firefighters, EMTs) will not pay taxes on service-connected disability payments, even after retirement.
  • This change applies to payments previously excluded from income due to a service-connected disability.
  • The new rules take effect for tax years beginning after the act's enactment date, providing tangible financial benefits for eligible individuals.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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