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Statewide, Tennessee · First responder family death benefit
Nov 2, 2026 – Nov 2, 2027
Ongoing statutory benefit; claim criteria and documentation apply
Tennessee authorizes a $250,000 benefit paid in five annual installments of $50,000 to the estate of an eligible emergency responder killed in the line of duty. The state program covers qualifying firefighters, volunteer rescue squad workers, and law enforcement officers, subject to statutory definitions and documentation. The estate’s authorized representative must apply through the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance; contact the agency to confirm current filing requirements and deadlines
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Ongoing
Organization: Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance
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