HB5164

Relating generally to the state fire marshal

Introduced·2/4/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB5164 revises the qualifications, responsibilities, and benefits of the State Fire Marshal and related personnel.

West Virginia HB5164 amends the qualifications and responsibilities of the State Fire Marshal, including enforcement of fire safety practices, investigation of fires, and coordination with fire departments. It establishes a salary schedule for deputy fire marshals and assistant state fire marshals, and allows for the issuance of service weapons upon retirement. The bill also details the authority of the State Fire Marshal to investigate fires, issue citations, and enforce fire and life safety rules.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 24

9:00 AM

Standing Committee on the Judiciary Meeting

History

Feb 24

House

Markup Discussion

Feb 4

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 4

House

To Judiciary then Finance