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ID H0238

Bill

Status

Passed

4/3/2015

Primary Sponsor

State Affairs Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Exempts industrial equipment from product approval and certification requirements under Idaho Code and the National Electrical Code unless the board determines the equipment presents an undue hazard to life and property.

  • Allows HVAC licensees to install control wiring of 24 volts or less for HVAC equipment of 5 tons or less in capacity.

  • Permits HVAC and plumbing license holders to install electrical connections to water heaters and HVAC equipment from the disconnecting means to the unit, provided the disconnect is in sight and the circuit is no more than 50 feet long.

  • Allows HVAC licensees to install electrical space heaters with no attached ductwork and ventilating fans, except ducted range hoods in residences.

  • Requires that plumbing or HVAC installation permits issued by the Idaho Division of Building Safety that include electrical work components be sufficient to satisfy permitting and inspection requirements if all required permit fees are paid.

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to provide an exemption for certain equipment.

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS AND JOURNEYMEN

Last Action

Reported Signed by Governor on April 3, 2015 Session Law Chapter 233 Effective: 07/01/2015

4/3/2015

Committee Referrals

Business3/10/2015

Full Bill Text

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