Earlier this week, I was glad to see my bipartisan “Putting First Responders First Act” pass the U.S. Senate.
The story of Billings Police Officer Ladd Paulson inspired me to introduce my bill to clarify the current tax code to ensure first responders do not have to pay taxes on injury-related compensation when hurt in the line of duty.
Listen to Ladd and his wife Heidi discuss their fight to get this bill passed and the impact it would have on them and other families of first responders who were injured on the job.
First responders who have dedicated their life to serving our communities should never be targeted by the IRS.
After risking their lives and sometimes suffering life-threatening injuries, the last thing Montana’s first responders should have to worry about is burdensome taxes and audits.
I’m glad to fight for families like the Paulsons and will always back the blue.
Sincerely,
Senator Steve Daines
