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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
10/19/2017
10/19/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to enhanced fire protection in new one and two family dwellings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill aims to enhance fire protection in newly constructed one and two-family residential buildings. It requires that such buildings be equipped with an adequate automatic sprinkler system, as per the state building code, if the city or town has accepted the provisions of this law. The head of the local fire department is responsible for enforcing this requirement, and individuals can appeal the fire department's decisions to the board of appeals. The bill also clarifies that the seasonal shut-off of automatic sprinklers installed under this law is exempt from the general requirements for sprinkler systems, as determined by the Board of Fire Prevention Regulations.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 10/19/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1301 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1301.pdf |
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