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MN HF2572
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/29/2012
Primary Sponsor
Lawrence Hosch
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AI Summary
- Imposes a temporary moratorium on local units of government establishing new fire departments, closing existing fire departments, or withdrawing from fire protection service agreements without voter approval
- Allows exceptions to closure and withdrawal restrictions if the local government enters into an agreement with an existing fire department that has operated for at least five years and provides equivalent fire protection services
- Requires voter approval by majority vote at a general or special election for any prohibited action, with all affected eligible voters allowed to participate
- Directs the state fire marshal to report to legislative committees by January 15, 2013, on minimum fire department standards addressing staffing levels, equipment needs, response times, and personnel experience requirements
- Becomes effective upon enactment and expires June 1, 2013
Legislative Description
New fire department establishment temporary moratorium imposed.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety and Crime Prevention Policy and Finance
2/29/2012
Committee Referrals
Public Safety and Crime Prevention Policy and Finance2/29/2012
Full Bill Text
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