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MD SB986

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/15/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mike McKay

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

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

  • Fire response training must comply with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 855 Standard for the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems

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

  • State Fire Marshal may adopt regulations to implement the section

  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Public Safety - Stationary Energy Storage Systems

Rules and Regulations

Last Action

First Reading Senate Rules

2/15/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/15/2026

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