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IL HR0561
Resolution
Status
Passed
4/3/2024
Primary Sponsor
Michael Kelly
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AI Summary
- Declares the week of May 12 through May 18, 2024 as Home Fire Sprinkler Week in Illinois
- Notes that 78% of civilian structure fire deaths occur in one- and two-family homes, causing $8.6 billion in direct property damage annually
- Highlights that residential structure fires account for 63.7% of firefighter injuries, with 82% of firefighter fatalities occurring at residential dwellings
- Emphasizes that fire sprinklers are cost-effective and proven to save lives, with Illinois data showing zero fatalities in sprinklered residential fires since 2007 compared to 967 fatalities in non-sprinklered homes
- Supports inclusion of fire sprinklers in local building codes and community risk reduction plans to improve fire safety and allow fire service resources to be directed to highest-risk areas
Legislative Description
HOME FIRE SPRINKLER WEEK
Last Action
Resolution Adopted
4/3/2024
Committee Referrals
Police & Fire2/28/2024
Rules2/6/2024
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