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SR 104

Honoring the Ohio Division of State Fire Marshal on its One Hundred Twenty-fifth Anniversary.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Tim Schaffer

Ohio Senate honors the state's fire marshal division on its 125th anniversary with a ceremonial resolution recognizing its fire safety contributions.

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Bill Summary · SR 104

Legislative bill overview

Senate Resolution 104 is a ceremonial measure commemorating the 125th anniversary of the Ohio Division of State Fire Marshal. The resolution honors the division's historical contributions to fire safety and emergency response in Ohio and recognizes its role in protecting the state's residents.

Why is this important

Commemorative resolutions acknowledge institutions that provide essential public services and can serve to highlight the work of state agencies. In this case, recognizing the State Fire Marshal's division underscores the importance of fire safety infrastructure and may draw attention to the organization's ongoing operations and needs.

Potential points of contention

  • Non-binding nature: As a resolution rather than legislation, this measure carries no legal requirements or funding allocations, making it purely ceremonial in function
  • Opportunity cost: Legislative time spent on commemorations is time not spent on substantive policy or regulatory matters
  • Selective recognition: Questions may arise about which agencies receive commemorative recognition versus others with similar tenures or contributions

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

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