Bill > HR3918

This bill requires that all short-term rentals (defined as lodging properties rented for less than 30 consecutive days in interstate commerce) be equipped with both smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is authorized to create regulations to implement and enforce this requirement, and violations will be treated as unfair or deceptive trade practices. The bill specifically excludes services like meeting rooms, banquet services, and catering from the definition of "covered services." Violations of this requirement will be subject to the same penalties and enforcement mechanisms as other FTC regulations, with the law taking effect one year after its enactment. The legislation covers a wide range of short-term rental properties, including single-family homes, condominiums, cooperatives, and time-share units that are offered to the public for a fee. By mandating these safety devices, the bill aims to improve safety standards for short-term rental guests across the United States.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3918/all-info