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CT SB01490

Bill

Status

Passed

7/8/2025

Primary Sponsor

Public Safety and Security Committee

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Origin

Senate

2025 General Assembly

AI Summary

SB01490: An Act Concerning The Sale Of Battery-powered Smoke Detectors In The State

  • Starting October 1, 2025, battery-only smoke detectors sold in Connecticut must have nonreplaceable, nonremovable batteries capable of powering the device for at least 10 years
  • Exemptions include hardwired smoke detectors, fire alarm systems, panel-connected devices, and low-power radio frequency wireless devices
  • Sellers may continue selling non-compliant inventory if they possessed it on October 1, 2025, or ordered it before that date
  • Violations carry fines up to $100 for a first offense and up to $500 for subsequent offenses
  • Effective upon passage

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Sale Of Battery-powered Smoke Detectors In The State.

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

7/8/2025

Committee Referrals

Public Safety and Security3/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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