The bill amends RCW 43.43.934 to enhance the administration and reimbursement processes for fire service-related training programs overseen by the director of fire protection. It outlines the responsibilities of the director, including collaboration with educational institutions to provide training programs, the development of master plans for training facilities, and the establishment of a reimbursement plan for firefighter training expenses. The reimbursement will be available to city fire departments, fire protection districts, and other public fire agencies, with the specifics of the reimbursement process to be determined by the Washington state patrol and the director of fire protection.

Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions that allow the Washington state patrol, through the director of fire protection, to adopt necessary rules to implement the section effectively. It also emphasizes the importance of making training facilities available at no cost to fire service youth programs to promote volunteer firefighter enrollment and enhance diversity within the fire service. The bill aims to improve the overall effectiveness and accessibility of fire service training in Washington State.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 43.43.934
Bill as Passed Legislature: 43.43.934
Session Law: 43.43.934