Emergency Medical Technician Pension Plan
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R · S16
Why they voted this way
The speaker argues that EMTs are not highly paid with limited revenue to fund pensions, believing local entities should be primarily responsible rather than creating a state general fund obligation. They also express concern that this sets a bad precedent for other employee groups seeking similar state coverage.
R · S25
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because it sets a bad precedent by having the state pay retirement contributions for county employees and earmarks insurance premiums, which conceals costs from the general fund.
S03
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker votes no because past similar funding mechanisms have caused financial binds, and this bill lacks cost controls with an uncertain number of participants.
S04
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill as a necessary incentive for rural emergency response, arguing it provides peace of mind and does not set an unfair precedent compared to existing city bailouts.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill as a poorly designed 'hodgepodge' that should be studied by a committee to create a proper statewide program before funding.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker votes no because the state should not accept responsibility for county employee benefits when localities receive substantial tax revenue to prioritize their own needs.
R · S30
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill as the most economical way to maintain a statewide system for uncovered EMTs, warning that rejecting it will result in higher costs later.
R · S11
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill due to concerns that aggressive marketing of pension benefits could rapidly escalate costs by including individuals with minimal participation.
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