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SD SB136

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Jensen

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Appropriates $5,000,000 from the general fund to the Department of Public Safety for grants to purchase personal protective equipment for firefighters

  • Eligibility limited to fire departments where at least 70% of firefighters serve in a volunteer status

  • Applications processed chronologically, with priority given to departments demonstrating the greatest need for safety equipment

  • Unexpended or unobligated funds revert to the state after June 30, 2030

  • Declared an emergency measure, taking effect immediately upon passage and approval

Legislative Description

Make an appropriation for grants to support the purchase of personal protective equipment by volunteer fire departments and to declare an emergency.

Appropriation

Last Action

Delivered to the Governor on March 10, 2026 S.J. 510

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Appropriations1/27/2026

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