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Sacramento, CA – Senator Kelly Seyarto (R-Murrieta) is proud to announce that two of his Public Safety bills have been signed into law. SB 87 extends a sales tax exemption for all-volunteer fire departments’ income from fundraising activities. SB 385 gives peace officers greater flexibility when completing higher education requirements.
California is home to 250 all-volunteer fire departments, which rely on fundraising activities to keep their departments running, purchase equipment and gear, and keep their communities safe. In many areas, these departments are the only line of defense in an emergency. SB 87 extends the critical sales tax exemption supporting these efforts, originally set to expire in 2026, through 2031, ensuring continued relief and stability.
“Volunteer fire departments are vital to communities across California,” said Senator Seyarto. “By extending this exemption, we’re ensuring their limited resources are focused on saving lives rather than covering extra costs.”
SB 385 repeals a mandate that restricted the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), giving the commission greater flexibility to consider education requirements that fit the needs of law enforcement training.
“SB 385 cuts unnecessary red tape,” said Senator Seyarto. “By allowing for more flexibility in law enforcement education standards, we can keep training focused, practical, and responsive to the needs of law enforcement and the communities they serve.”
Both SB 87 and SB 385 passed through the Senate and Assembly with bipartisan support and no opposition.