SB971

Providing fire safety requirements for agritourism businesses

Introduced·2/17/26
Intr Text

Establishes fire safety requirements for agritourism businesses in West Virginia.

West Virginia SB971 sets fire safety standards for agritourism businesses, ensuring they meet specific safety measures. These include having a minimum of two exits for occupancy, emergency lighting, and carbon monoxide detection if fuel-fired equipment is used. The bill also mandates that certain facilities, like educational and healthcare facilities, are ineligible for exemption from fire code. The Office of the State Fire Marshal must inspect agritourism businesses seeking exemption and report findings to the property owner and the West Virginia Department of Agriculture.

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Agriculture Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Feb 17

Senate

Filed for introduction

Feb 17

Senate

To Agriculture then Government Organization

Feb 17

Senate

Introduced in Senate