The bill pertains to the Alabama Firefighters' Personnel Standards and Education Commission, proposing an increase in the membership of the commission from seven to nine members. The additional members will be appointed by the Presiding Officer of the Senate, with one being a certified firefighter experienced in the mentorship and training of aspiring firefighters, and the other a certified volunteer firefighter with similar experience. The bill also includes technical revisions to update the existing code language to current style.

The bill outlines that all members must be qualified electors of the state and over 18 years of age. It specifies the appointing entities for each member and the terms of service, which are set at four years. In case of a vacancy, the appointing authority will appoint a replacement to serve the remainder of the term. The bill also states that no commissioner may serve more than two consecutive terms. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the adoption of bylaws by the commission members and emphasizes that the commission's membership should reflect the state's diversity in terms of race, gender, geography, and economy. The act is set to become effective on October 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 36-32-2, 36-32-2
Engrossed: 36-32-2, 36-32-2
Enrolled: 36-32-2, 36-32-2