What is the current status of HR 3918?

HR 3918 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 3918?

HR 3918 was sponsored by William Keating (D), Rep.

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector Bill

IntroducedJune 11, 2025

Introduced1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Why This Matters

This bill makes it mandatory for short-term rental properties to have smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to enhance safety for guests. It aims to prevent accidents and ensure that renters have a safe environment during their stay.

If you rent out a short-term property, you must install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to comply with the law.

Who this affects

Property owners · Guests

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires all short-term rentals to have smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.
2Property owners cannot rent out their short-term rentals without these safety devices.
3The Federal Trade Commission will enforce this requirement and can penalize violators.
4The law will take effect one year after it is passed.
5Short-term rentals are defined as properties rented for less than 30 days.

Last changed 2 months ago · checked hourly

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector Bill

IntroducedJune 11, 2025

Introduced1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Why This Matters

If you rent out a short-term property, you must install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to comply with the law.

Who this affects

Property owners · Guests

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires all short-term rentals to have smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.
2Property owners cannot rent out their short-term rentals without these safety devices.
3The Federal Trade Commission will enforce this requirement and can penalize violators.
4The law will take effect one year after it is passed.
5Short-term rentals are defined as properties rented for less than 30 days.

Last changed 2 months ago · checked hourly