Gov. Jay Inslee signs two bills that aid in honoring deceased firefighters and assist in firefighter training. The two bills, House Bill 2091, and House Bill 2003 were created by request of the Department of Natural Resources, and the Washington State Patrol.
“This is inherently dangerous work. At some point in their career, every firefighter loses a colleague in the line of duty. Still, these heroes place their own lives and safety at risk daily,” said Rep.Dan Bronoske, D-Lakewood, the leading sponsor for both bills. “This memorial will be a somber, reverent place of solace for those who have lost a loved one. A place to honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice.”
In Washington state more than 300 firefighters have been lost in the line of duty, according to Washington State Council of Firefighters records dating back to 1891.