HI HB143

Authorizes the state fire council to use funds from the reduced ignition propensity cigarette program special fund to support statewide fire prevention, education, life safety, and preparedness programs, particularly for youth, seniors, and persons with disabilities.

Expands the state fire council's jurisdiction to include implementing these fire prevention and education programs using special fund moneys, with authority to hire administrative personnel.

Allows the state fire council to annually adjust cigarette manufacturer certification fees from $375 to $750 per brand or style (every three years) to ensure adequate funding for program operations estimated at $178,000 annually.

Establishes that the reduced ignition propensity cigarette program special fund, which had a balance exceeding $885,000 as of June 30, 2022, may support broader state fire council activities beyond cigarette program administration.

Takes effect on June 30, 3000 (note: effective date appears to be a typographical error).