If enacted, this bill would introduce the Firefighters Bill of Rights, establishing new procedural protections for firefighters during disciplinary investigations. Key updates include the requirement for employers to notify firefighters of any misconduct complaints within seven working days and the right for firefighters to have a representative present during interviews that could lead to disciplinary action. The bill also mandates that employers provide written notice before interviews, detailing the nature of the investigation and allegations involved.

Additionally, the bill sets strict timelines for investigations, requiring them to be completed within 180 calendar days, with a possible justified extension of up to 180 days. If the investigation is not completed after this extension, it will be dismissed. The bill also prohibits employers from including information about ongoing investigations in the public portion of a firefighter's personnel file until the investigation is completed or discontinued. Furthermore, it allows firefighters to appeal disciplinary actions and seek judicial review in superior court if they face demotion or termination without just cause, thereby enhancing their rights and protections in the workplace.