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IN SR0040

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

2/26/2018

Primary Sponsor

Jon Ford

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Origin

Senate

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Congratulates the Terre Haute Fire Department on its 150th anniversary, celebrated on May 5, 2018
  • Acknowledges the department's evolution from a bucket brigade in 1816 to a modern fire service with 144 firefighters, eight stations, and specialized equipment
  • Highlights historical milestones including the purchase of the first fire apparatus in 1838 for $520.00, official establishment in 1868, acquisition of a steam engine in 1866, transition to a fully paid department in 1894, and full motorization in 1917
  • Thanks the men and women firefighters who have served and continue to serve the Terre Haute community
  • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to the Terre Haute Fire Department

Legislative Description

A SENATE RESOLUTION congratulating the Terre Haute Fire Department on its 150th anniversary.

Last Action

First reading: adopted voice vote

2/26/2018

Full Bill Text

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