S 1137
An Act preventing fires and secondhand smoke in non-smoking rental housing
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Bill overview
This bill aims to protect tenants in rental housing from the dangers of fires and secondhand smoke. It prohibits landlords from allowing smoking in rental units and requires them to take steps to prevent fires, such as prohibiting smoking indoors and ensuring smoke detectors are properly maintained. The goal is to create safer and healthier living environments for renters.
Key provisions
- Prohibits smoking in non-smoking rental units.
- Requires landlords to maintain smoke detectors.
- Mandates landlords to take steps to prevent fires.
- Addresses secondhand smoke exposure for tenants.
Who is affected
- Rental property owners
- Tenants in rental housing
- Landlords
- Fire safety officials
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
John F. Keenan
Cosponsors
Dylan A. Fernandes
John F. Keenan
Jonathan D. Zlotnik
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Bill S.1137 194th (Current)
An Act preventing fires and secondhand smoke in non-smoking rental housing
By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1137) of John F. Keenan for legislation to prevent fires and secondhand smoke in non-smoking rental housing. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenter: John F. Keenan
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1137
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2930 |
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