The proposed Fight for Firefighters Act is a bipartisan initiative aimed at converting 3,000 seasonal CAL FIRE firefighters into full-time, year-round employees. This change is intended to ensure a robust firefighting workforce ready to respond to emergencies year-round. The proposal, introduced during a recent press conference, highlights the growing challenges firefighters face, including severe mental health issues, burnout, and the increased intensity and duration of California's fire season, which requires a reevaluation of traditional staffing models to enhance public safety.
A newly proposed bipartisan bill aims to employ CAL FIRE firefighters year-round to address staffing shortages and enhance emergency response capabilities in California.
The Fight for Firefighters Act seeks to convert approximately 3,000 seasonal firefighters to 12-month positions, combating the continuous threat of wildfires.
CAL FIRE Battalion Chief Liz Brown emphasized the need for modernizing our firefighting workforce, noting that fire season now lasts all year.
Senate President Pro Tem Mike McGuire highlighted the mental health and burnout challenges faced by firefighters, underscoring the urgent need for legislative support.
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