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Senate approves tax deduction for volunteer firefighters and EMS stipends
Summary
The Senate unanimously approved Senate Bill 373 to allow a state personal income tax deduction up to $2,000 for qualified stipends paid to volunteer firefighters, volunteer fire police and volunteer ambulance members, effective for tax years beginning 2027.
The Connecticut Senate passed legislation permitting a state personal income tax deduction of up to $2,000 for qualified stipend payments to volunteer firefighters, volunteer fire police officers and volunteer ambulance members. Supporters said the deduction recognizes service and helps with recruitment and retention in communities that rely heavily on volunteers.
Senator Gaston, sponsor of the bill, said the deduction applies to payments that are taxable under federal law and that it will be available for tax years beginning Jan. 1, 2027. Senator Ciccarella and others emphasized recruitment and retention concerns for rural and volunteer‑dependent communities and described the deduction as a practical investment to sustain public safety coverage.
The Senate unanimously approved the bill on a roll call announced by the clerk.
