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This bill requires the State Fire Marshal to establish regulations for carbon monoxide detection and warning equipment in all public and nonpublic schools in Mississippi, effective July 1, 2025. The regulations will mandate specific requirements for equipment, including clear instructions for school officials about installation, testing, and maintenance. Schools must install carbon monoxide detection devices that meet Underwriter's Laboratories standards (UL 2075 or UL 2034) and comply with National Fire Protection Association guidelines. The bill specifically prohibits battery-operated or plug-in carbon monoxide warning equipment with battery backup. School officials and employees will be protected from liability for carbon monoxide exposure if they have properly installed and maintained the required equipment in good faith. The law does not apply to buildings used exclusively for home instruction programs. The equipment must be capable of providing an appropriate alarm to warn building occupants and must be installed in a manner approved by the local fire department. By establishing these comprehensive requirements, the bill aims to enhance safety and early detection of potential carbon monoxide hazards in school buildings across Mississippi.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/SB/SB2623.xml