1TRENTON, NJ – Legislation sponsored by Senator Carmen F. Amato Jr. to provide tax relief for volunteer first responders has advanced from the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee with bipartisan support.

The bill, S-788 , would exempt stipends and clothing allowances paid to volunteer firefighters and emergency medical personnel from state income, temporary disability, and family leave insurance taxes.

Senator Amato said the measure ensures volunteers who protect their communities are not penalized by taxes on the modest stipends they receive for service.

Key Points

Senate committee advances Senator Amato’s bill exempting stipends for volunteer first responders from taxes.

The proposal aims to improve recruitment and retention of volunteer EMS and fire personnel.

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