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MD SB621

Bill

Status

Passed

4/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ron Watson

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • State Fire Prevention Commission must adopt regulations incorporating Sections 30.7.5 and 31.7.5 of the National Fire Protection Association 101 Life Safety Code (2024 Edition) into the State Fire Prevention Code

  • Trash and recyclable materials awaiting scheduled collection may be placed in corridors and exits in accordance with the incorporated NFPA provisions

  • Amends Article – Public Safety, Section 6–206(a) of the Annotated Code of Maryland

  • Designated as an emergency measure, requiring three-fifths vote in both chambers and taking effect immediately upon enactment

  • Replaces the term "inimicable" with "harmful" when describing hazards to public safety that require correction

Legislative Description

Public Safety - State Fire Prevention Code - Trash and Recyclable Materials

Rules and Regulations

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 67

4/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Transportation3/21/2026
Education, Energy, and the Environment2/5/2026

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