The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6645, seeks to amend section 29-305 of the general statutes regarding local fire inspections. The bill introduces new legal language that authorizes a member of a fire unit, in addition to the local fire marshal, to conduct inspections of buildings and facilities. Furthermore, it modifies the frequency of these inspections, changing the requirement from once each calendar year to at least once every three calendar years.

The purpose of this legislation is to alleviate the administrative burden on fire departments while still ensuring that fire safety standards are upheld. By allowing fire unit members to conduct inspections and extending the interval between inspections, the bill aims to streamline the inspection process without compromising safety.