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ID SCR145
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/11/2014
Primary Sponsor
State Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
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Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas produced when fuel such as natural gas, oil, kerosene, wood, or charcoal is burned, and fuel-burning appliances must be properly maintained and vented to prevent dangerous levels.
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Carbon monoxide poisoning is one of the leading causes of unintentional and accidental poisoning deaths in the United States and accounts for more than 50,000 emergency room visits annually.
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Idaho has recently experienced tragic losses of life due to carbon monoxide poisoning, making it a serious local and national public safety concern.
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The Legislature urges all Idaho residents to educate themselves about carbon monoxide risks and symptoms, inspect home fuel-burning appliances, and install carbon monoxide detectors to increase safety and survival odds.
Legislative Description
Stating findings of the Legislature and urging all Idaho residents to protect their homes and families by educating themselves about the risks and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning and by installing carbon monoxide detectors in their homes.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
Last Action
Reported delivered to the Secretary of State on 03/24/14
3/20/2014