This bill proposes several updates to the Arizona Revised Statutes concerning the office of the state fire marshal. Notably, it modifies the authority of cities regarding fire codes, establishing that the state fire code will serve as the minimum standard for state and county-owned buildings, while also clarifying that cities do not have the authority to supersede this code. Additionally, the bill mandates that school districts or charter schools must have their fire safety inspections conducted by the office of the state fire marshal or the relevant local jurisdiction, rather than allowing them to choose between the two.

Furthermore, the bill eliminates the existing state fire safety committee and its associated membership requirements, while introducing new provisions for the appointment and duties of fire inspectors. It requires that fire inspectors report their activities to local authorities and provides a framework for the review and approval of construction plans by the state forester, including timelines for permit applications. The bill also allows for the adoption of rules regarding the distribution of funds from the arson detection reward fund, ensuring that these rules align with the fund's intended purposes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 34-461, 37-1307, 37-1382, 37-1383, 38-211, 37-1387