HB 2459: Fire suppression; mobile food establishments; fire extinguisher; inspections; Fire Marshal; effective date. - Oklahoma

Floor (House) → Floor (Senate) · 5 edits

MODERATE

The bill was revised to expand fire safety requirements to include vehicles using electric, propane, or natural gas for cooking, not just traditional fuel sources. It mandates annual inspections by licensed contractors and requires a specific Class K fire extinguisher for oil-based cooking. The authority for enforcement was transferred exclusively to the State Fire Marshal, and the law's effective date was set to November 1, 2025.

Scope change

The scope of applicability was expanded to include electric, liquefied petroleum gas (LP), and compressed natural gas (CNG) cooking vehicles, whereas the original version focused primarily on traditional fuel types.

REQUIREMENT

Expanded the definition of covered mobile food vehicles to include those utilizing electric energy, liquefied petroleum gas, compressed natural gas, or combinations thereof for cooking.

Added a specific requirement for a six-liter Class K-rated portable fire extinguisher for all cooking equipment involving solid fuels, vegetable or animal oils, and fats.

ENFORCEMENT

Changed the inspection protocol to require annual inspections by a licensed contractor, whereas the House version allowed for inspection by a certified contractor or the LP Gas Board.

Transferred sole jurisdiction and inspection authority exclusively to the State Fire Marshal, removing the option for political subdivisions or other agencies to conduct these specific inspections.

TIMELINE

Set the effective date of the act to November 1, 2025, and established a sunset date of January 1, 2026, for the specific mobile food vehicle provisions.

Senate Committee Substitute for House Bill → HB2459 (5-05-25) (GREEN) FS FA1.PDF · 2 edits

MINOR

The bill was reclassified from a 'Committee Substitute' to a 'Floor Substitute,' indicating it has passed the committee stage and is ready for floor consideration. The substantive text of the bill remains largely unchanged, though minor formatting adjustments were made to the section headers and page footers.

Scope change

The scope of the bill's applicability and the specific legal requirements for mobile food establishments have not changed.

TECHNICAL

The bill title was updated from 'Committee Substitute' to 'Floor Substitute,' reflecting its current legislative status.

Minor formatting adjustments were made to the descriptive summary of the bill's contents and the page footer numbering.

House Committee Substitute → Senate Committee Substitute for House Bill · 5 edits

MODERATE

The bill was amended to clarify its purpose and strengthen enforcement by granting the State Fire Marshal sole jurisdiction over mobile food vehicles, removing local authority to enforce specific fire codes, and updating inspection requirements to align with current state standards. The effective date was changed from November 1, 2025, to November 1, 2026, and the sunset provision for certain rules was extended to January 1, 2027.

Scope change

The bill's scope was expanded to explicitly direct compliance with current adopted fire codes and delete certain annual inspection requirements, while clarifying that the State Fire Marshal has exclusive authority over mobile food preparation vehicles.

ENFORCEMENT

Local governments are prohibited from enforcing fire or life safety code ordinances for mobile food vehicles, reserving this authority exclusively for the State Fire Marshal.

REQUIREMENT

Inspection requirements were updated to ensure compliance with the most current adopted fire codes rather than specific previous versions.

TIMELINE

The effective date of the act was delayed from November 1, 2025, to November 1, 2026.

The expiration date for specific provisions was extended from July 1, 2026, to January 1, 2027.

DEFINITION

The legislative title and summary were revised to better reflect the bill's intent regarding fire code compliance and the removal of certain inspection mandates.

Proposed Policy Committee Substitute 1 → House Committee Substitute · 2 edits

MINOR

The bill was amended to update formatting and tracking numbers, remove the 'Proposed Policy Committee' label, and change the sunset date for mobile food vehicle regulations from July 1, 2030, to July 1, 2026. These changes clarify the bill's origin and shorten the compliance timeline for vehicle owners.

Scope change

The scope of the bill remains the same regarding fire safety for mobile food vehicles, but the expiration date for the new requirements is now five years earlier than originally proposed.

TIMELINE

The sunset date for mobile food vehicle compliance was changed from July 1, 2030, to July 1, 2026.

TECHNICAL

The bill title was updated to remove 'Proposed Policy Committee Substitute' and the tracking number was changed from 12611 to 13274.

Proposed Committee Substitute (full committee) 1 → Proposed Policy Committee Substitute 1 · 4 edits

MODERATE

The bill was reclassified from an 'Oversight' committee substitute to a 'Policy' committee substitute, indicating a shift in legislative focus from monitoring existing laws to establishing new rules. The substantive text was significantly rewritten to replace vague compliance language with specific technical requirements for fire safety equipment and to clarify the roles of the Fire Marshal and local governments.

Scope change

The bill's scope shifted from a general oversight framework to a detailed policy directive. It now explicitly defines which mobile food vehicles require specific fire suppression equipment based on fuel type and production capabilities, and it clarifies that the State Fire Marshal holds sole jurisdiction over vehicle inspections while allowing local governments to enforce zoning and event permits.

REQUIREMENT

Replaced general compliance language with specific mandates requiring Class K-rated extinguishers for solid fuel/oil equipment and annual inspections by licensed contractors for all vehicles.

Added explicit fuel type definitions (electric, LP gas, CNG) and clarified that portable extinguishers must meet NFPA 10 standards.

ENFORCEMENT

Consolidated enforcement authority by stating the State Fire Marshal has sole jurisdiction over vehicle inspections and code compliance, while reserving local authority for zoning and event permits.

TECHNICAL

Updated the document tracking numbers and page references from Req. No. 13192 to Req. No. 12611, reflecting the new policy committee version.

Enrolled (final version) → Proposed Committee Substitute (full committee) 1 · 5 edits

MODERATE

The bill was completely rewritten by the committee to clarify that the State Fire Marshal has sole authority over fire safety inspections for mobile food trucks, overriding local jurisdiction. The committee also extended the sunset date for the current fire code requirements to July 1, 2026, and clarified that local governments retain the right to enforce their own zoning and land-use rules.

Scope change

The bill's scope shifted from a shared enforcement model to one where the State Fire Marshal holds exclusive authority for fire and life safety inspections, while explicitly preserving local control over zoning and event permits.

ENFORCEMENT

Replaced a shared inspection model with 'sole authority' for the State Fire Marshal to conduct annual fire safety inspections.

TIMELINE

Extended the expiration date for the current fire code compliance requirements from January 1, 2026, to July 1, 2026.

REQUIREMENT

Clarified that the requirement for a permit from the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board is separate from and in addition to the State Fire Marshal's inspection.

Removed the specific requirement for a six-liter Class K-rated fire extinguisher, replacing it with a general mandate to comply with the current NFPA 10 standard.

ELIGIBILITY

Removed the exception allowing counties with over 400,000 people to enforce their own fire codes, granting the State Fire Marshal exclusive authority statewide.

Engrossed → Enrolled (final version) · 4 edits · May 21, 2025

MODERATE

The bill transitioned from an 'Engrossed' draft to a final 'Enrolled' version, refining the legislative text for clarity and legal precision. The most significant substantive change is the expiration date for the initial compliance period, which was moved from July 1, 2026, to January 1, 2026. Additionally, the final version explicitly clarifies that political subdivisions (like cities and counties) retain the authority to enforce their own zoning and land-use rules, while the State Fire Marshal is restricted from enforcing local fire codes in counties with populations over 400,000.

Scope change

The scope of enforcement authority was clarified to distinguish between state-level fire safety inspections and local government authority over zoning and land use. The applicability of the initial compliance deadline was shortened by six months.

TIMELINE

The expiration date for the initial compliance period was changed from July 1, 2026, to January 1, 2026, requiring mobile food vendors to meet current fire codes sooner than originally drafted.

ENFORCEMENT

The final version explicitly lists the State Department of Health's authority to license and regulate mobile food vehicles, alongside the Fire Marshal and local governments.

The final version clarifies that political subdivisions can enforce zoning and land-use regulations, while the State Fire Marshal cannot enforce local fire codes in large counties (over 400,000 population).

REQUIREMENT

The text was rewritten to more clearly define which vehicles (those using electric, gas, or oil) require specific fire extinguishers and annual inspections by licensed contractors.

Amended And Engrossed → Engrossed · 4 edits · May 7, 2025

MODERATE

The bill was amended to remove the Senate's version of the text and replace it with the House's version, which clarifies the bill's title and authorship. The substantive policy changes involve shifting the expiration date for the new fire safety rules from November 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026, and modifying the inspection requirements for mobile food vehicles to ensure they comply with state-adopted codes rather than specific federal standards.

Scope change

The bill's applicability to mobile food preparation vehicles remains the same, but the timeline for compliance and the specific entities responsible for inspections were adjusted.

TIMELINE

The expiration date for the new fire safety provisions was changed from November 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026, giving mobile food establishments more time to comply with new requirements.

REQUIREMENT

Inspection requirements were updated to mandate that all fire extinguishers be inspected annually by a licensed contractor, with specific emphasis on Class K-rated extinguishers for cooking equipment involving oils and fats.

ENFORCEMENT

Jurisdiction over mobile food preparation vehicles was clarified to be under the sole authority of the State Fire Marshal, ensuring consistent enforcement across the state.

TECHNICAL

The bill text was corrected to reflect the House version, removing the Senate amendment header and updating the authorship to include both the House and Senate sponsors.

Introduced → Amended And Engrossed · 5 edits · May 7, 2025

MODERATE

The bill was amended to clarify its purpose and strengthen enforcement mechanisms for mobile food vehicles. The primary changes include expanding the list of fuel types covered, requiring annual inspections by licensed contractors for all vehicles, and establishing a new permit decal system issued by the State Fire Marshal. Additionally, the amendment clarifies that political subdivisions (like cities and counties) cannot enforce fire safety codes for these vehicles, with one specific exception for large counties.

Scope change

The bill's scope was expanded to explicitly include vehicles using electric energy, liquefied petroleum gas, compressed natural gas, or combinations thereof, and it now applies to all mobile food preparation vehicles regardless of when they were built, provided they meet current code requirements.

REQUIREMENT

Updated the list of covered fuel types to explicitly include electric energy, liquefied petroleum gas, compressed natural gas, and combinations thereof.

Added a mandatory requirement that all portable fire extinguishers must be inspected annually by a licensed contractor.

ENFORCEMENT

Created a new permit decal system where the State Fire Marshal issues annual operation permits to mobile food preparation vehicles.

Clarified that political subdivisions cannot enforce fire or life safety codes for mobile food vehicles, except in counties with a population over 400,000.

TIMELINE

Adjusted expiration dates for specific provisions, with some set to expire on November 1, 2025, and others on January 1, 2026.

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