Requires the installation of automatic sprinkler systems and emergency fire escapes in certain multi-family dwellings
This bill requires owners of multi-family buildings taller than two stories to install automatic sprinkler systems on every floor where people live and emergency fire escapes on every floor except the ground level. It applies to all such buildings regardless of age or historic status, removing common exemptions. Key provisions mandate sprinklers on all residential floors and emergency exits (including exterior stairways or ladders) on upper floors. The law takes effect immediately upon passage, directly affecting building owners in multi-family housing.
Bill status
failed
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 20, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
lower
Feb 20, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Jodi Giglio
RRepublican/Conservative
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