Fire extinguishers; provide for regulation and servicing of.

Mississippi's HB 1289 requires businesses that sell, install, or maintain commercial fire-extinguishing equipment and cooking hood systems (but not portable fire extinguishers) to obtain a license from the State Fire Marshal by July 1, 2025. License applicants must pass a competency test, certify compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and the International Fire Code, and pay a fee capped at $400. The State Fire Marshal can issue cease-and-desist orders and revoke licenses for violations, with penalties enforced under existing law. This law aims to standardize safety practices for commercial fire suppression systems across Mississippi.