Guam § 6219 - Firemen: Compensation: Annual and Sick Leave.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 6219 — Firemen: Compensation: Annual and Sick Leave., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6219. Firemen: Compensation: Annual and Sick Leave.
(a) Notwithstanding any other law, rule, or regulation, firefighters within the Guam Fire Department,
except the Fire Chief, shall be compensated at the regular hourly rate of pay at one hundred six (106) hours,
and shall be compensated at one and one-half (1½) times the regular hourly rate for hours worked in excess
of one hundred six (106) hours per pay period. Firefighters who are working administrative duty shall work
eighty (80) hours per pay period at their regular rate of pay in the same manner as other government of
Guam employees and at one and one-half (1½) times their regular hourly rate only in the event that they
work in excess of one hundred six (106) hours in a pay period.
(b) All hours of work performed by firefighters during a legal holiday shall be compensated at double
the regular hourly rate, irrespective of work shifts, provided, however, that work performed on such a
holiday in excess of nine (9) hours shall be compensated at the regular hourly rate.
(c) Firefighters shall be charged no more than nine (9) hours annual leave or sick leave for any given
day on which such leave is taken.
(d) All other laws, rules, regulations applicable to firefighters not consistent with this Section shall
remain in full force and effect.
COL 2026-04-23
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 6219
What does Guam Code Annotated § 6219 cover?
Section 6219 ("Firemen: Compensation: Annual and Sick Leave.") is part of the Guam Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Guam. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Guam § 6219?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 6219" (Guam). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Guam law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Guam official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Guam attorney.
How does Guam § 6219 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Guam can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Guam.