This bill amends R.S. 40:1510(A)(3) to allow fire protection districts, municipal fire departments, and volunteer fire departments in Louisiana to use public funds for awards and recognition, specifically through the establishment of a length of service awards program. The bill clarifies that this program provides monetary benefits to eligible firefighters based on their service, and it specifies that the program does not create any vested rights or entitlements to additional benefits beyond the monetary awards.

Key changes in the bill include the replacement of the term "shall mean" with "means" to define the length of service awards program, and the removal of the word "volunteer" from the eligibility criteria for firefighters. The legislation emphasizes that the length of service awards are not permanent and can be discontinued at any time, ensuring flexibility in the program's implementation.

Statutes affected:
HB807 Original: 40:1510(A)(3)
HB807 Engrossed: 40:1510(A)(3)
HB807 Enrolled: 40:1510(A)(3)
HB807 Act : 40:1510(A)(3)