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GA HB1196

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

5/24/2010

Primary Sponsor

Earl Ehrhart

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Origin

House of Representatives

2009-2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits any building code in Georgia from requiring the installation of fire sprinklers in single-family dwellings
  • A proposed amendment (which was marked as LOST) would have narrowed the prohibition specifically to the state residential and fire building code rather than building codes generally
  • The amendment was offered by Senators Douglas (17th), Orrock (36th), Mullis (53rd), and Stoner (6th)
  • Designated as HB 1196, the bill aims to reduce construction requirements and associated costs for single-family home builders and buyers

Legislative Description

Buildings; no building code require fire sprinklers in single-family dwelling; provide

Last Action

Effective Date

5/24/2010

Committee Referrals

Regulated Industries and Utilities3/24/2010
Agriculture and Consumer Affairs2/17/2010

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