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S6676Senate2013-2014 Session

Requires the New York state uniform fire prevention and building code to include provisions mandating the installation of operable carbon monoxide detectors in commercial buildings

Sponsor José M. SerranoSD-29+1 co-sponsorAffects Housing
Status
In Senate Committee
Housing, Construction And Community Development
Impact
Pending
Passage
Pending

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Primary sponsor
José M. Serrano

Senator · Senate District 29

1 Co-sponsor

History

  1. Print number 6676a
  2. Amend (t) and recommit to housing, construction and community development
  3. Referred to housing, construction and community development

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Sponsor's memo

BILL NUMBER:S6676A

Title of bill

An act to amend the executive law, in relation to requiring the state uniform fire prevention and building code to include provisions mandating that buildings used for commercial purposes have installed such operable carbon monoxide detectors as shall be necessary

Purpose or general idea of the bill

Amends the executive law requiring the New York State fire prevention and building code to include provisions mandating the installation of operable carbon monoxide detectors in commercial buildings.

Summary of provisions

Section 1 amends Section of the executive law by adding a new subdivision 5-d.

Justification

Currently, New York State one and two family homes and apartments are required to be equipped with carbon monoxide detectors. However, businesses are not, leading to cases of illness and sometimes even death among patrons and workers. This bill brings businesses on par with residences in an effort to provide a safe experience for customers and employees.

Legislative history

New bill.

Fiscal implications

None.

Effective date

This act shall take effect immediately.

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