Bill > HB2467

This bill updates the legal provisions regarding peace officers commissioned by the state fire marshal, making several key changes to state law. The bill expands the definition of state fire marshal peace officers, clarifies their roles in fire and arson investigations, and ensures they are compensated according to Schedule C of the position classification salary schedule in the General Appropriations Act. The legislation adds the state fire marshal to several lists of state employees, including those covered by specific compensation and benefits provisions. Specifically, the bill modifies government code sections to include state fire marshal peace officers in definitions related to state employees and law enforcement officers, ensuring they receive appropriate classification and compensation. The classification of these peace officers as Schedule C positions will take effect in the state fiscal biennium beginning September 1, 2025, with the classification officer in the state auditor's office responsible for implementing this change. The bill also specifies that the new provisions related to injury compensation will only apply to injuries occurring on or after the effective date, which is September 1, 2025.

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