House approves elective junior firefighter program for high school students

Mar 24, 2026

Senate File 2086 authorizes schools to create elective junior firefighter programs for 11th and 12th graders to build a pipeline into firefighting; supporters cited shortages in rural areas and the bill passed unanimously as reported.

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Senate File 2086 would allow schools to offer an elective junior firefighter program for students in grades 11 and 12.

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