CONSTRUCTION CODE COMM'N MEMBER S.B. 279:
SUMMARY OF INTRODUCED BILL
IN COMMITTEE
Senate Bill 279 (as introduced 3-28-17)
CONTENT
The bill would amend the Single State Construction Code Act to require a Bureau of Fire Service employee who was designated to serve on the State Construction Code Commission to hold certain certifications.
The State Construction Code Commission is an advisory body created to improve the quality of housing for Michigan residents while assisting the housing industry. The Commission consists of 17 members, including a designee of the chairpersons of the State Plumbing Board, the Board of Mechanical Rules, the Electrical Administrative Board, and the Barrier Free Design Board; Michigan residents representing certain professions and industries; and the State Fire Marshal or an employee of the Bureau of Fire Service designated by the State Fire Marshal.
Under the bill, the designated Bureau of Fire Service employee would have to be certified as a fire protection specialist or as a fire inspector and plans examiner by the National Fire Protection Association.
The bill would take effect 90 days after its enactment.
MCL 125.1503a Legislative Analyst: Stephen Jackson
FISCAL IMPACT
The bill would have no fiscal impact on State or local government.
Fiscal Analyst: Elizabeth Raczkowski
This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.