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IA HSB659
SB
Status
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Local Government
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AI Summary
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Counties and cities are prohibited from regulating battery-charged security alarm systems on nonresidential properties through fence codes, zoning regulations, building codes, or other ordinances.
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Battery-charged security alarm systems must meet specific requirements: energizers certified to IEC standard 60335-2-76, placement behind a nonelectric perimeter fence/wall at least 5 feet high, and total system height of 10 feet or 2 feet above the perimeter barrier.
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Warning signs reading "WARNING — ELECTRIC FENCE" must be posted at intervals no greater than 30 feet along the fence.
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Systems must be powered by commercial storage batteries not exceeding 12 volts direct current and designed to interface with monitoring stations for burglary alerts.
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Counties and cities may still require alarm system operator licenses or permits for these systems, and the provisions do not apply to exclusively residential properties.
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to the authority of counties and cities to regulate the installation or use of battery-charged security alarm systems on nonresidential properties.(See HF 2516.)
Last Action
Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 2516.
2/16/2026