❌ HB139
Require specified testing of fire hydrant systems
Current Status: In House Committee (Local Government)
Summary
This bill requires the state fire marshal to ensure that fire hydrant systems are inspected, tested, and maintained according to specified standards. It mandates periodic testing and maintenance of fire hydrants and associated systems, with records to be kept for at least one year. The bill outlines specific inspection and testing intervals for fire hydrants and fire service main piping.
Rationale
The bill imposes government mandates on the maintenance and testing of fire hydrant systems, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of minimal government intervention and individual property rights. It establishes regulatory requirements that may be viewed as an overreach of state authority.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government control over private property maintenance
- Potential for bureaucratic inefficiencies
- Financial burden on property owners for compliance