Garden State Times

Today, the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee approved a bill proposed by Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco aimed at updating fire safety standards. The legislation seeks to address challenges faced by fire departments in finding qualified inspectors and managing staffing shortages.

Senator Bucco emphasized the importance of these updates, stating, “Updating our fire safety standards will make it easier for departments to find fire inspectors and address burdensome staffing shortages.” He further explained that filling these roles would help streamline the inspection process, ultimately enhancing fire safety.

For further details on the bill or to speak with Senator Bucco, interested parties are encouraged to contact Kyle Fischer, SRO director of communications.