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NJ A4026
NJ A4026Concerns availability of fire escape mechanisms in residential dwellings; provides penalty for violation.
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Introduced
05/16/2022
05/16/2022
In Committee
05/16/2022
05/16/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Concerns availability of fire escape mechanisms in residential dwellings; provides penalty for violation.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to require that each residential structure, other than a seasonal rental unit, be equipped with a fire escape mechanism on each level containing living space above the ground floor. It also establishes penalties for violations, with fines of up to $1,000 for not having the required fire escape mechanism. The bill outlines the Commissioner of Community Affairs' responsibility to promulgate rules and regulations to implement the fire escape mechanism requirement.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee (on 05/16/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A4026 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A4500/4026_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A4500/4026_I1.PDF |
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