The Massachusetts Technical Rescue Coordinating Council, established under Chapter 217 of the Acts of 2018, is responsible for coordinating a statewide technical rescue response program. The Council is composed of the Secretary of Public Safety and Security, the State Fire Marshal, and five appointees from the Governor, including members from the Fire Chiefs Association and the Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts. The Council's functions include organizing technical rescue services, developing uniform standards and procedures, establishing cost recovery mechanisms, and administering the Technical Rescue Services Fund.

In the recent report covering the period from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, the Council has made significant progress in various areas, including the approval of 14 Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs) and the development of a training matrix that requires 88 hours of training annually. The Council is also working on enhancing the application process for membership and assessing equipment owned by regional teams. Additionally, partnerships with organizations like the Massachusetts Association of Technical Rescue Specialists and Mass Task Force 1 have been established to improve collaboration and resource sharing. The report highlights ongoing efforts to refine operational documents, expand training opportunities, and respond to emergency management requests, while also noting that legislation is pending to transition the Council to an advisory role under the Department of Fire Services.