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Firefighters press for NFPA‑style physicals and three‑day non‑punitive post‑incident leave in contract talks

City of Weslaco collective bargaining session (firefighters) · August 6, 2025
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Summary

In bargaining, firefighters proposed biannual NFPA‑style detailed physicals (estimated $300–$400 incremental cost) and a non‑punitive three‑working‑day post‑incident leave tied to Texas Senate Bill 1359 language and modeled on police contract provisions; the city said it supports mental‑health steps and will review details.

Union negotiators presented two health‑and‑safety items in the bargaining session: a more detailed NFPA‑style physical on a biannual schedule and a comprehensive post‑incident mental‑health support program with limited non‑punitive leave.

On physicals, the association said Appendix B would add a wellness scan/detailed exam (described as NFPA 1582‑compliant)…

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