This bill establishes the Kansas Fallen Firefighters Memorial Council, replacing the existing Kansas Firefighters Memorial Advisory Committee. The new council will consist of nine members appointed by the governor, representing various firefighter associations and organizations. Its responsibilities include making recommendations to the governor and legislature on activities to honor and memorialize firefighters in Kansas, as well as overseeing the maintenance and updates of the official Fallen Firefighters Memorial at the Kansas Firefighters Museum in Wichita. The council is also authorized to solicit funds for the memorial, with expenditures from the Kansas Fallen Firefighters Memorial Fund designated for construction, updates, repairs, and related purposes.

In addition to the establishment of the council, the bill amends existing laws concerning the sale of fireworks in Kansas. It introduces new license categories for fireworks distributors and sets regulations for both seasonal and permanent retailers, requiring permanent retailers to register with the state fire marshal. The bill also repeals several sections of the Kansas Statutes Annotated, specifically K.S.A. 31-502, 31-503, 75-36,102, and 75-36,103, indicating a legislative decision to eliminate certain outdated laws. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon publication in the Kansas register, ensuring prompt implementation of these changes.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 31-502, 31-503
As Amended by Senate Committee: 31-502, 31-503
As Amended by House Committee: 31-502, 31-503
Enrolled: 31-502, 31-503, 75-36