HD 443 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act relative to the safety of schools, residences, and public assemblies

This bill establishes a dedicated trust fund to help public school districts install carbon monoxide detection systems in buildings that use fossil fuels or have enclosed parking. The fund will be administered by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in partnership with the Department of Fire Safety, which will review and approve installation plans submitted by schools before releasing grant money. Additionally, the legislation requires annual reports on the fund's status and mandates that future school construction projects include plans for these safety alarms. By creating a specific financial source and updating building codes, the bill aims to ensure schools have the necessary equipment to detect carbon monoxide leaks.
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