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2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by John Kennedy

SR 164 requests the Department of Law Enforcement to provide details on safely disposing of explosives and hazardous materials, enhancing public safety and awareness.

Senate Read and Adopted

Bill Overview

Bill Number: SR 164
Title: Requesting the Department of Law Enforcement to Provide Information Related to the Disposal, Detonation, and Destruction of Explosives, Fireworks, and Similar Hazardous Materials in the State.
Status: Report and Resolution Adopted
Introduced: March 07, 2025
Classification: Resolution
Subject Areas: Department of Law Enforcement, Destruction, Detonation, Disposal, Explosives, Fireworks, Hazardous Materials, Safety Protocols

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of SR 164 is to request the Department of Law Enforcement (DLE) to compile and provide comprehensive information regarding the processes and protocols involved in the disposal, detonation, and destruction of explosives, fireworks, and other hazardous materials within the state. This resolution aims to enhance public safety and ensure that proper procedures are followed in handling potentially dangerous materials.

Key Provisions

Information Request: The resolution specifically calls for the DLE to detail:

Current methods used for the disposal and destruction of explosives and hazardous materials.
Safety protocols in place to mitigate risks associated with these activities.
Any existing regulations or guidelines governing the handling of such materials.

Affected Parties

Department of Law Enforcement: The DLE will be tasked with gathering and reporting the requested information.

Public Safety Officials: Insights from the DLE's report may influence safety practices and regulations for handling hazardous materials.

General Public: Increased awareness and understanding of safety measures related to explosives and fireworks may benefit community safety.

Legislative Actions and Timeline

March 07, 2025: SR 164 was introduced.

March 12, 2025: The resolution was referred to the Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs Committee (PSM).

March 21, 2025: A public hearing was scheduled for March 24, 2025.

March 24, 2025: The PSM committee recommended that the measure be passed without amendments, with unanimous support (5 Ayes).

April 01, 2025: The resolution was reported from the PSM committee with a recommendation for adoption.

April 02, 2025: The resolution was adopted with one dissenting vote (Senator Awa).

Conclusion

SR 164 serves as an important step towards ensuring the safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials in the state. By requesting detailed information from the Department of Law Enforcement, the resolution aims to bolster public safety and enhance the understanding of protocols surrounding explosives and fireworks. The adoption of this resolution reflects a commitment to addressing safety concerns related to hazardous materials.

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