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MD HB1459

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jay Jacobs

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Owners or operators of stationary energy storage systems must pay for specialized fire response training and equipment for all local fire departments with suppression responsibilities in the system's area

  • Fire response training must comply with NFPA 855 Standard for the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems

  • State Fire Marshal is responsible for administering and enforcing these requirements

  • State Fire Marshal may adopt regulations to implement the law

  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Public Safety - Stationary Energy Storage Systems

Rules and Regulations

Last Action

Hearing 3/13 at 1:30 p.m.

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Transportation2/13/2026

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