Wyoming Legislator Allocated Funds for Firefighter Benefits

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CHEYENNE, Wyo.- Two recent bills passed allocating funds to Wyoming firefighters for paid-time leave, hazard pay, and retirement.

The first bill (HB0035) allocated $422,500 for the purpose of hazard pay and paid-time leave. The appropriation shall start from May 1, 2026 and end on June 30, 2028.

The second bill (HB0034) will allocate $411,000 for the purpose of retirement benefits. These funds will go to any firefighter who was employed on a full-time basis. The bill goes into effect July 1, 2026 and end on June 30, 2028.