Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
Summary
The bill reorganizes Massachusetts' technical rescue services by establishing a Division of Special Operations under the State Fire Marshal, adding hazardous‑materials and technical rescue teams. It creates a Technical Rescue Coordinating Council to advise the fire marshal on standards, rules, and cost recovery, and provides reimbursement and a stipend for municipal rescue personnel. The changes aim to improve statewide coordination, training, and response to technical rescue incidents.
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