HB1271Introduced in the House
MUTUAL AID BOX ALARM-FUNDING
Introduced by Katie Stuart, District 112
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amends the Fire Investigation Act. Provides that, beginning July 1, 2026, the Office of the State Fire Marshal shall, in consultation with the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS), annually determine what funding is necessary for MABAS to sufficiently alleviate difficulties that emergency responders face in coordinating personnel and equipment from participating agencies and units of local government when responding to tornado disasters at large warehouse complexes in this State. Provides that, by January 1, 2027, the Office shall, in consultation with MABAS, establish a formula for the distribution of that funding, with certain requirements. Provides for a continuing appropriation from the General Revenue Fund to the Office for the maintenance, operation, and capital expenses of MABAS. Makes findings. Defines terms. Effective immediately.
Where it stands
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Nabeela Syed
April 21, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: House Police & Fire Committee Committee · February 27, 2025
7
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
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What do people think?
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See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Aaron Ortiz | 1 | Yes |
| Bradley Stephens | 20 | Yes |
| Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar | 22 | Yes |
| Gregg Johnson | 72 | Yes |
| Nicole La Ha | 82 | Yes |
| John Cabello | 90 | Yes |
| Dennis Tipsword | 105 | Yes |
Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Katie Stuart
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Police & Fire Committee
Do Pass / Short Debate Police & Fire Committee; 015-000-000
Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate
Second Reading - Short Debate
Held on Calendar Order of Second Reading - Short Debate
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Nabeela Syed
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