Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that amends smoke detector laws in residential premises.

Highlights:

• Authorizes State Fire Marshal to adopt rules (Sec. 3737.82).

• Specifies rules shall include exceptions for certain smoke alarms/detectors (Sec. 3737.82).

• Requires smoke alarms to meet Fire Marshal standards (Sec. 3737.82).

• Requires certain smoke alarms to be replaced ten years after date of manufacture (Sec. 3737.82).

• Defines “sealed battery smoke alarm” as a smoke alarm with a tamper resistant housing that is powered by a nonreplaceable, nonremovable energy source capable of powering the device for a minimum of ten years from the date of manufacture listed on the device (Sec. 3781.21).

• Authorizes Board of Building Standards to adopt further rules (Sec. 3781.21).

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