The New Jersey Senate has approved a bill introduced by Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco aimed at updating fire safety standards. The legislation seeks to address staffing shortages and streamline the inspection process for fire departments.
Senator Bucco emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, “Updating our fire safety standards will make it easier for departments to find fire inspectors and address burdensome staffing shortages.” He added that filling these roles would help in promoting better fire safety through a more efficient inspection process.
For further details on the bill (S-2580), interested parties are encouraged to read the full text. Those wishing to speak with Senator Bucco can contact Kyle Fischer, SRO director of communications, via email.
