The Smoke Detector Safety Amendment Act of 2025 mandates tamper-resistant smoke detectors in the District of Columbia.

The Smoke Detector Safety Amendment Act of 2025 amends the Home Rule Act to require smoke detectors in the District of Columbia to be tamper-resistant, meaning the battery cannot be manually removed, replaced, or disabled by consumers. This applies to ionization or photoelectric type devices, including fire alarms and smart home products that provide smoke detection functionality. The act includes a fiscal impact statement and will take effect following approval by the Mayor or, if vetoed, after a 30-day congressional review period.

The Smoke Detector Safety Amendment Act of 2025 mandates tamper-resistant smoke detectors in the District of Columbia.

The Smoke Detector Safety Amendment Act of 2025 amends the Home Rule Act to require smoke detectors in the District of Columbia to be tamper-resistant, meaning the battery cannot be manually removed, replaced, or disabled by consumers. This applies to ionization or photoelectric type devices, including fire alarms and smart home products that provide smoke detection functionality. The act includes a fiscal impact statement and will take effect following approval by the Mayor or, if vetoed, after a 30-day congressional review period.