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Cal Fire leaders rally at state capitol about pay difference

Cal Fire leaders rally over pay difference
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Cal Fire leaders and leaders from other departments held a rally at the California State Capitol Monday to address the growing pay difference they face compared to other firefighters.

The California Department of Human Resources released a study showing a gap of about 30 to 90 percent in pay between different departments.

Cal Fire trained firefighters can make more money at a local fire station job, even as an entry-level firefighter.

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