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SB 158

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 10 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO COMMISSIONERS OF THE DELAWARE STATE FIRE COMMISSION.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Frank Cooke and 1 co-sponsor

SB 158 modifies Delaware State Fire Commission governance structure in Title 10, affecting how fire safety oversight commissioners are appointed or operate within the state regulatory system.

Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate
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Bill Summary · SB 158

Legislative bill overview

SB 158 amends Delaware's statutory framework governing the Delaware State Fire Commission by modifying provisions in Title 10 of the Delaware Code. The bill specifically relates to the appointment, duties, or operational structure of the commissioners who serve on this state regulatory body. The exact amendments are not detailed in the available summary, suggesting modifications to governance or procedural matters rather than substantive policy changes.

Why is this important

The Delaware State Fire Commission oversees fire safety standards, training, and regulation across the state, making its governance structure directly relevant to public safety infrastructure. Changes to commissioner responsibilities or appointment procedures can affect how efficiently the Commission responds to evolving fire safety challenges and how stakeholders are represented in decision-making. This is particularly significant given Delaware's growth and the need for fire services to keep pace with changing community needs.

Potential points of contention

  • Appointment authority and transparency – Modifications to how commissioners are selected could affect whether appointments reflect diverse stakeholder input (firefighters, public, local officials) or concentrate power with particular officials
  • Commissioner qualifications and expertise – Changes to eligibility requirements might expand or restrict who can serve, potentially affecting whether the Commission includes working firefighters versus administrators
  • Term limits and continuity – Alterations to term lengths could impact institutional knowledge and consistency of fire safety policy implementation

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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