Bill > A05100

This bill authorizes a comprehensive study on lithium-ion battery fires and prevention, to be conducted by the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control in collaboration with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and the New York City Fire Department. The study will investigate various aspects of lithium-ion battery fires, including their severity, the specific battery components that contribute to severe fires, and the effectiveness of fireproof blankets in suppressing these fires. Additionally, the bill requires examining current safety measures implemented by fire departments across New York, as well as strategies used in other states and countries. The study will also develop recommendations for increasing safety, such as establishing training requirements for handling lithium-ion battery fires, updating building codes for charging devices, creating a public awareness and education program, and collecting data on deaths, injuries, and property damage related to these fires. The office is mandated to report its findings to the governor and legislature within one year of the act's effective date, and the bill includes input from stakeholders in the lithium-ion battery industry to ensure a comprehensive analysis of the issue.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5100