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San Jose Approves $427 First Responder Fee for 2026

3/29/2025

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The San Jose City Council has greenlit a new "First Responder Fee" of $427 for emergency medical services, set to take effect on January 1, 2026. This fee, billed to insurance companies, is designed to raise $4 million each year, bolstering fire department services without placing any financial strain on residents, particularly those without insurance.

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The San Jose City Council has greenlit a new "First Responder Fee" of $427 for emergency medical services, set to take effect on January 1, 2026. This fee, billed to insurance companies, is designed to raise $4 million each year, bolstering fire department services without placing any financial strain on residents, particularly those without insurance.