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SB 1231: public safety; residency requirements; prohibition

PRIME SPONSOR: Senator Boyer, LD 20

BILL STATUS: Transmitted to Governor

                               

 

Overview

☐ Prop 105 (45 votes) ☐ Prop 108 (40 votes) ☐ Emergency (40 votes) ☐ Fiscal NoteProhibits residency requirements from being imposed on a firefighter or peace officer, with specified exceptions.

History

Fire districts are governed by an elected board with statutorily outlined powers and duties, including: 1) holding monthly public meetings; 2) determining compensation for personnel of the fire district; and 3) employing personnel and providing services deemed necessary for fire protection, preservation of life and for carrying out other duties (A.R.S. § 48-805).

Provisions

1.       Prohibits a city, town or fire district from imposing a residency requirement on a firefighter or peace officer as a condition of employment. (Sec. 1)

2.       Exempts executive-level firefighters and executive-level peace officers or peace officers employed by a city or town with a population of less than 5,000 from the prohibition. (Sec. 1)

3.       Defines firefighter and peace officer. (Sec. 1)

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7.       Fifty-fourth Legislature                       SB 1231

8.       First Regular Session                            Version 4: Transmitted

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