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NY S04403
NY S04403Relates to fire suppression systems and licensing professionals to perform authorized work on fire suppression systems.
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Introduced
03/11/2019
03/11/2019
In Committee
01/08/2020
01/08/2020
Crossed Over
06/14/2019
06/14/2019
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
2019-2020 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the general business law, in relation to fire suppression systems and licensing professionals to perform authorized work on fire suppression systems The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assem- bly, do enact as follows: 1
AI Summary
This bill establishes new requirements and a licensing system for individuals performing work on fire suppression systems in New York State. The key provisions include: creating a State Board of Examiners for the sprinkler fitting industry to oversee licensing and enforcement; requiring individuals to obtain a sprinkler fitter license, apprentice/helper permit, or fire suppression system inspector license to perform authorized work on these systems; setting standards for education, training, and examination; and establishing penalties for violations. The bill provides a one-year grace period for individuals to apply for the new licenses and permits without meeting the full requirements. The requirements do not apply to fire suppression systems in New York City, Nassau County, or Suffolk County.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (9)
Diane Savino (D)*,
Joe Addabbo (D),
Pete Harckham (D),
Brad Hoylman (D),
Timothy Kennedy (D),
Shelley Mayer (D),
Jessica Ramos (D),
Julia Salazar (D),
James Skoufis (D),
Last Action
COMMITTED TO RULES (on 12/28/2020)
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