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TN HB0171

TN HB0171
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 47; Title 49; Title 66 and Title 68, relative to building safety.


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Introduced
01/12/2023
In Committee
01/21/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/25/2024

Introduced Session

113th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, enacts the "Fuel Gas Detector Act"; requires the installation and maintenance of fuel gas detectors in rooms containing an appliance fueled by propane, natural gas, or any liquefied petroleum gas for certain residential buildings. - Amends TCA Title 47; Title 49; Title 66 and Title 68.

AI Summary

This bill enacts the "Fuel Gas Detector Act," which requires the installation and maintenance of fuel gas detectors in rooms containing an appliance fueled by propane, natural gas, or liquefied petroleum gas for certain residential buildings, including buildings of multi-family occupancy and single-family residential properties under a lease agreement. The bill sets forth requirements for building owners and landlords to install, inspect, and maintain the fuel gas detectors, and imposes civil penalties for noncompliance. The bill also outlines tenant responsibilities for keeping the fuel gas detectors in working condition. The provisions of the bill apply to buildings built or renovated on or after July 1, 2023, with landlords and property owners of multi-family units required to comply by December 31, 2023.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Taken off notice for cal in s/c Business & Utilities Subcommittee of Commerce Committee (on 03/12/2024)

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