Relating generally to State Fire Marshal

Senate Bill 430 transfers the Office of the State Fire Marshal from the State Fire Commission to the Department of Homeland Security. It sets new qualifications for the State Fire Marshal (requiring a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and six years in fire safety with two years supervising) and for deputy fire marshals (requiring law enforcement certification, with an exemption for those with five years of prior service). The bill clarifies the State Fire Marshal's responsibilities, including enforcing fire safety programs, conducting inspections, and coordinating with fire departments to minimize fire hazards and protect life and property.