The bill S. 101 aims to amend Section 40-80-50 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which pertains to the registration requirements for firefighters by the Office of the State Fire Marshal. The proposed changes seek to revise and clarify the information that must be maintained for each registered firefighter. Specifically, the bill stipulates that the Office of the State Fire Marshal must keep a minimum set of information, including the firefighter's complete name, date of birth, social security number, South Carolina driver's license number, employer name, and date of employment or membership. Additionally, it mandates that the Office notify the chief of the employing fire department or other employer regarding the registration, with the option for this notification to be sent electronically or in written form.

The bill emphasizes the importance of utilizing forms as required and provided by the Office of the State Fire Marshal, ensuring that the registration process is standardized and efficient. This legislative change is intended to enhance the clarity and effectiveness of firefighter registration in South Carolina, thereby improving the overall management of firefighter information. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/11/2024: 6-1-320
12/11/2024-A: 40-80-50
12/11/2024-B: 40-80-50
02/18/2025: 40-80-50
02/20/2025: 40-80-50
Latest Version: 40-80-50