An Act requiring carbon monoxide alarms in all residential, governmental and commercial structures
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would require carbon monoxide (CO) alarms to be installed in all residential, governmental, and commercial buildings in Massachusetts. The goal is to increase public safety by alerting residents and occupants to dangerous levels of CO, which can be deadly. The bill aims to prevent CO poisoning incidents and ensure that everyone has a means of early warning in the event of a leak.
Key provisions
- Requires carbon monoxide alarms to be installed in all residential buildings.
- Requires carbon monoxide alarms to be installed in all governmental buildings.
- Requires carbon monoxide alarms to be installed in all commercial buildings.
- Specifies the type of carbon monoxide alarm to be used.
- Addresses requirements for alarm placement and testing.
Who is affected
- Homeowners
- Renters
- Government agencies
- Businesses
- Building owners
Notable changes
- Currently, CO alarm requirements vary by locality in Massachusetts.
- This bill would establish a statewide standard for CO alarm installation.
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5 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Patrick Joseph Kearney
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