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A measure designed to make it easier for firefighters coming from out-of-state to be certified in Michigan has been signed into law by the governor.
The bill passed the House in November and the Senate in October.
State Senator Dale Zorn, the bill sponsor, says it would provide firefighter certification reciprocity with states that have the same certification standards as Michigan.
He says the measure will help local fire departments keep up staffing levels by allowing them to hire experienced firefighters coming from other states.
Under the measure, qualified firefighters from 45 other states would be able to work in Michigan.
