Senate Bill No. by Senator Kleinpeter amends R.S. 40:1666.1(A)(2) to clarify the definition of "employee" for the purposes of extra compensation paid by certain local governmental entities. The bill retains existing exclusions for individuals primarily performing secretarial and clerical duties, as well as those who have not completed a certified fireman's training program or are part-time employees and volunteers. Additionally, it introduces new exclusions for employees who do not hold an active emergency medical responder license or higher, as mandated by R.S. 40:1133.1 et seq.

The proposed changes aim to ensure that only qualified personnel receive extra compensation, thereby enhancing the standards for employees eligible for such benefits within fire departments and related entities. The bill is set to take effect on August 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
SB153 Original: 40:1(A)(2)