BILL · 2013–14 SESSION

HB 2053: Smoke detection devices

Concerning smoke detection devices in dwelling units.

Summary

Requires an owner or a tenant, when installing a new smoke detection device or replacing an existing smoke detection device, to install a tamper-resistant, ten-year lithium battery smoke detection device, unless the dwelling unit is equipped with: (1) A hardwired smoke detection device with a battery backup; or (2) A smoke detection device combined with a carbon monoxide alarm.

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Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee

AN ACT Relating to smoke detection devices;

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

Jan 13, 2014By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Nov 7, 2013By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
May 13, 2013By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Apr 19, 2013First reading, referred to Local Government (Not Officially read and referred until adoption of Introduction report).

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