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 defines a smoke detector as a device used to assess high levels of combustion, including fire alarms and smart home products. It mandates that these devices be tamper-resistant, meaning the battery cannot be manually removed, replaced, or disabled by consumers. The act includes a fiscal impact statement and will take effect following approval by the Mayor and a 30-day period of congressional review.
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