The bill amends Section 324.1 of Title 74 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the State Fire Marshal Commission. The composition of the Commission is modified from seven members to five members, with appointments made by the Governor (three members), the President Pro Tempore of the Senate (one member), and the Speaker of the House of Representatives (one member). The previous structure, which included specific representatives from various associations and set terms for each, has been deleted. Instead, the new language establishes that all members will serve staggered terms of five years and will serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.
Additionally, the bill specifies that the appointments will take effect on November 1, 2026. This change aims to streamline the Commission's membership and ensure that it is composed of a smaller, more manageable group of appointees while maintaining the requirement for staggered terms.