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MS SB2700

Bill

Status

Failed

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Walter Michel

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of Mississippi's Length-of-Service Award Program (LOSAP) for volunteer firefighters from July 1, 2026 to July 1, 2030
  • LOSAP provides paid length-of-service awards up to $500 annually per eligible volunteer firefighter as a recruitment and retention incentive
  • Program is administered by a Board of Trustees consisting of the Commissioner of Insurance, State Fire Coordinator, State Treasurer, and two at-large members appointed by the Governor and Lieutenant Governor
  • Establishes a points system for awarding service credit based on emergency/non-emergency calls responded to, training activities, and time served before the program's July 1, 2023 establishment
  • Creates a special fund in the State Treasury for the program, with the State Treasurer authorized to invest funds in short-term bonds, Treasury Bills, or bank deposits

Legislative Description

Length of Service Award Program for recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters; extend repealer on.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Insurance1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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