Gov. Abbott appoints Cedar Park Fire Chief to Texas Commission on Fire Protection

Cedar Park Fire Chief James Mallinger is set to help shape and uphold statewide fire protection standards after Gov. Greg Abbott appointed him to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

Mallinger’s term will expire Feb. 1, 2029, according to a May 8 press release from Cedar Park.

What you need to know

The commission aims to assist in the protection of the lives and property of Texas citizens, according to its website. It achieves that goal by developing and enforcing recognized professional standards and educating fire departments.

Mallinger will assist in the development of policies while offering guidance and support to fire departments across the state, according to the release.

What else?

Mallinger started with CPFD in 1996, according to the release. Over nearly three decades, he has held various roles, ranging from firefighter to eventually becoming chief of the department in 2012.