The bill H. 5060 aims to amend Act 369 of 1959 concerning the St. John's Fire District by increasing the membership of the St. John's Fire Commission from seven to nine members. The new composition will include four residents from Johns Island, one from Seabrook Island, one from Wadmalaw Island, and three from Kiawah Island. Additionally, the bill revises the procurement requirements for the district, allowing for more streamlined processes based on the amount of expenditure. For purchases under $1,000, the commission can procure products or services without soliciting bids, while for amounts between $1,000 and $10,000, three quotes must be obtained. For expenditures exceeding $10,000, a formal request for proposals (RFP) is required.

Furthermore, the bill includes the repeal of Section 2 of Act 728 of 1972, which may pertain to previous procurement or operational guidelines. The commission is also mandated to maintain detailed records of its proceedings and financial transactions, which will be subject to annual audits by a certified public accountant. All records will be accessible to citizens of the district, ensuring transparency in the commission's operations. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.