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AZ HB2138
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michael Way
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AI Summary
- Extends workers' compensation eligibility to firefighters injured or killed while commuting directly to or from work, provided they are not engaged in criminal activity
- Defines "firefighter" for this statute as professional firefighters who are state firefighters, members of city or town fire departments, fire district fire departments, or fire authorities
- Removes the previous statutory reference to the general definition of "fire fighter" in section 1-215 and replaces it with a specific definition within this section
- Clarifies that the law does not create employer civil liability for negligent or intentional conduct by peace officers or firefighters during their commute
Legislative Description
Firefighters; employment status
Firefighters
Last Action
Senate consent calendar
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules2/3/2026
Finance2/3/2026
Rules1/12/2026
Commerce1/12/2026
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