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ME LD2100

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stephan Bunker

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Clarifies that fuel gas detector requirements for multifamily buildings apply to those with 3 or more dwelling units and apartments as defined in the National Fire Protection Association Life Safety Code

  • Expands lodging requirements to include lodging houses, rooming houses, and dormitories (in addition to existing hotels, motels, and inns)

  • Delays the compliance deadline for business, mercantile, and assembly occupancies from January 1, 2026 to January 1, 2027

  • Adds new fuel gas detector requirements beginning January 1, 2028 for day care facilities, educational occupancies, health care facilities, ambulatory health care occupancies, residential board and care facilities, and detention/correctional facilities

  • Authorizes enforcement by the Office of State Fire Marshal, state/county/municipal law enforcement officers, municipal code enforcement officers, and state/county/municipal fire inspectors

Legislative Description

An Act to Update the Laws Regarding Fuel Gas Detector Requirements

Prevention

Last Action

Voted: OTP-AM

2/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice And Public Safety1/7/2026

Full Bill Text

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