Senate Bill 638 proposes amendments to the compensation limits for volunteer firefighters, emergency medical services practitioners, and emergency medical responders in cities, villages, and towns in Wisconsin. The bill seeks to increase the maximum annual compensation amounts that these individuals can receive while still holding elective office. Specifically, it raises the limit from $25,000 to $35,000 for those in municipalities with a population of 5,000 or less, and from $15,000 to $25,000 for those in municipalities with a population greater than 5,000.

The bill aims to ensure that individuals serving in these critical roles can receive fair compensation without conflicting with their elected positions. The changes reflect an acknowledgment of the important services provided by these volunteers and the need to support them financially while allowing them to participate in local governance.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 66.0501(4)(a), 66.0501