(a) The Joint Council of Connecticut Fire Service Organizations, in consultation with the Connecticut State Firefighters Association, must come up with a joint plan for maintenance and remediation of toxic substances on turnout gear. Such plan shall be submitted to the Commission on Fire Prevention and Control by July 1, 2023. Upon approval of such plan, the commission shall advise fire departments on implementation of the plan.

(b) Within ninety days of approval by the commission, each fire department shall adopt a plan for the maintenance and remediation of toxic substances on turnout gear.