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TX HB3687
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Sam Harless
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AI Summary
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Applies to fire marshals in counties with populations of 100,000 or more and emergency services districts wholly located in such counties
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Requires fire marshals to obtain head of prevention-only fire department certification and fire protection personnel certification within 12 months of initial appointment, and fire marshal basic certification within 24 months
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Mandates permanent peace officer licenses for fire marshals and related officers, inspectors, and investigators who act as peace officers
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Requires Texas Commission on Fire Protection certifications for fire marshals and employees conducting or supervising arson investigations or fire inspections
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Fire marshals appointed before September 1, 2025 must obtain all required certifications within 12-24 months of the effective date, including both suppression and prevention-only department head certifications
Legislative Description
Relating to certification requirements for a fire marshal and any related employee, officer, inspector, and investigator appointed by certain counties and emergency services districts.
County Government
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025