Relates to hazardous materials emergency response training for incidents involving lithium-ion batteries

This law requires the state fire administrator to update hazardous materials training programs to include specific guidance on responding to emergencies involving lithium-ion batteries. The legislation defines these batteries as storage units that generate electricity through lithium ions embedded in a carbon, graphite, nickel, and metal-oxide substrate. By adding this curriculum to existing specialized training, the bill aims to ensure first responders are better equipped to handle incidents related to these increasingly common power sources. The changes took effect immediately upon the governor's signature.