HB4936Introduced in the House
FIREFIGHTER-AGE RESTRICTION
Introduced by Amy Elik, District 111
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Amends the Municipal Code and the Fire Protection District Act. Provides that no person under the age of 18 (rather than 21) shall be eligible for employment as a firefighter. Provides that no person who is 37 years of age or older (rather than 35 years of age or older) shall be eligible to take an examination for a position as a firefighter unless specified conditions are satisfied.
Where it stands
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael J. Coffey, Jr.
March 27, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Amy Elik
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael J. Coffey, Jr.
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