S 3042
Concerns availability of fire escape mechanisms in residential dwellings; provides penalty for violation.
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve fire safety in residential dwellings by requiring structures with living space above ground floor to be equipped with fire escape mechanisms. It mandates that these mechanisms provide a safe exit route when ground floor exits are blocked by fire or other hazards. The bill also reinforces existing requirements for smoke alarms and portable fire extinguishers, and establishes a penalty for non-compliance.
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