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New Fire Safety Rules for Assisted Housing

This law requires specific, improved smoke alarms in many types of federally supported housing. It aims to increase fire safety for residents by ensuring alarms are reliable and properly installed, including features helpful for people with hearing loss.
Key points
Requires better smoke alarms in public and assisted housing.
Alarms must be hardwired or have long-life batteries and special features.
Includes requirements for alarms in common areas and basements.
A public campaign will teach residents about safety features like smoke alarms.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4442
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2022-06-22