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MA H2493
Relative to the disclosure of automatic fire sprinkler system information
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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require builders to provide information on automatic fire sprinkler systems to buyers of new construction. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill aims to require builders to provide information on automatic fire sprinkler systems to buyers of new construction. Specifically, it mandates that builders must provide buyers with written materials from the Department of Fire Services detailing the benefits of automatic fire sprinkler systems, as well as the costs associated with their installation and maintenance. The bill also allows buyers to request the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system or other fire suppression system at their own expense. Additionally, the bill establishes civil penalties for willful violations of these requirements, with a minimum fine of $75 for the first offense and $150 for each subsequent offense.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (11)
Jay Barrows (R),
Nick Boldyga (R),
Kim Ferguson (R),
Paul Frost (R),
Susan Gifford (R),
Sheila Harrington (R),
Steven Howitt (R),
Brad Jones (R),
Dave Muradian (R),
Todd Smola (R),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4767 (on 07/17/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2493 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2493.pdf |
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