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SB 61

Sunset Laws - As enacted, extends the commission on firefighting personnel standards and education to June 30, 2031. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 24, Part 1 and Title 4, Chapter 29.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Tennessee extends the Commission on Firefighting Personnel Standards and Education through June 30, 2031, preserving state authority over firefighter training and certification standards.

Pub. Ch. 6
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Bill Summary · SB 61

Legislative bill overview

SB 61 extends the sunset date of Tennessee's Commission on Firefighting Personnel Standards and Education from an earlier termination date to June 30, 2031. This preserves the agency's authority to establish and maintain standards for firefighter training, certification, and personnel qualifications across the state.

Why is this important

Sunset laws require agencies to be periodically reauthorized, ensuring legislative oversight of their continued necessity and effectiveness. The firefighting commission sets critical safety standards that affect public safety, firefighter training curricula, and professional certification requirements statewide.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of performance review: Extension by sunset law alone may not require formal evaluation of the commission's effectiveness, efficiency, or whether its original mission remains relevant
  • Resource allocation: Continuation commits state resources to the commission's operations without necessarily demonstrating cost-benefit justification
  • Alternative governance models: No discussion of whether firefighting standards could be administered through other existing state agencies or professional organizations

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

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