HB1271

MUTUAL AID BOX ALARM-FUNDING

Introduced·1/10/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB1271 allocates annual funding for the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System to aid emergency responders in tornado disasters at large warehouse.

HB1271 amends the Fire Investigation Act to require the Office of the State Fire Marshal to annually determine necessary funding for the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) starting July 1, 2026. This funding aims to help emergency responders coordinate personnel and equipment from various agencies during tornado disasters at large warehouse complexes. By January 1, 2027, the Office must establish a funding distribution formula considering tornado risk, warehouse space, and human population.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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2
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Calendar

Feb 27, 2025

8:00 AM

Police & Fire Committee Hearing

Feb 20, 2025

8:00 AM

Police & Fire Committee Hearing

History

Apr 21, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Nabeela Syed

Apr 11, 2025

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 26, 2025

House

Second Reading - Short Debate