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Bargaining Rights for Firefighters and EMS Personnel

This act aims to grant firefighters and emergency medical services personnel employed by states or their subdivisions the right to negotiate their working conditions. This is intended to improve cooperation between employers and employees, which is crucial for public safety and the efficiency of emergency services. Citizens may experience improved quality of emergency services due to better working conditions for personnel.
Key points
Firefighters and EMS personnel gain the right to form labor organizations and bargain over employment terms like pay and hours.
Establishes dispute resolution mechanisms such as mediation and arbitration to prevent conflicts in emergency services.
States not providing comparable rights will need to comply with federal standards, potentially affecting local labor laws.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2178
Sponsor: Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2021-06-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fire Fighters and EMS Employer-Employee Cooperation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2178.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Firefighters and EMS personnel gain the right to form labor organizations and bargain over employment terms like pay and hours.
  • Establishes dispute resolution mechanisms such as mediation and arbitration to prevent conflicts in emergency services.
  • States not providing comparable rights will need to comply with federal standards, potentially affecting local labor laws.
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. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO].

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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