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MA H2417

MA H2417
Relative to enhanced fire protection in new one- and two-family dwellings


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/17/2022
Crossed Over
07/28/2022
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the installation of automatic sprinkler systems in certain new family dwellings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill requires all newly constructed one- and two-family residential buildings to be equipped with automatic sprinkler systems, as per the state building code. The bill exempts existing buildings from having to retrofit with sprinklers. It also clarifies that the seasonal shut-off of sprinklers installed under the new law is permitted, as long as it is done in accordance with procedures established by the Board of Fire Prevention Regulations.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Read third and passed to be engrossed (on 07/28/2022)

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