Relating to justices of the peace, including certain state benefits and awards and membership on the First Responder Advisory Council.

HB 3626 modifies the First Responder Advisory Council by requiring a justice of the peace or medical examiner (representing coroners) to serve as a dedicated member. It also expands eligibility for state benefits and awards to include 10 specific public safety roles, such as peace officers at private colleges, certain correctional staff, and emergency medical personnel. The bill adds coroners as a formal sector on the council and broadens the list of qualifying individuals beyond current law. These changes directly affect council composition and the range of first responders eligible for state support.