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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
02/24/2020
02/24/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require explosive gas sensor devices in residential buildings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 148 of the General Laws to require every dwelling, building, or structure occupied in whole or in part for residential purposes that contains equipment that burns an explosive gas, such as a furnace, boiler, or fireplace, to be equipped with a working, approved explosive gas sensor device. The bill gives the Board of Fire Prevention Regulations the authority to promulgate regulations regarding the type, installation, location, maintenance, and inspection requirements of these devices. It also requires a home inspection for compliance with these requirements upon the sale or transfer of a residential property.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means (on 02/24/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2125 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2125.pdf |
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