OFFICE OF FISCAL ANALYSIS
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sSB-393
AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY OF METHODS TO ALLEVIATE
HIGH ROOM TEMPERATURES IN RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS.
Primary Analyst: DC 3/19/21
Contributing Analyst(s):
OFA Fiscal Note
State Impact: None
Municipal Impact: None
Explanation
The bill establishes a fifteen-member task force to study methods to
alleviate dangerously hot room temperatures within residential
buildings that contain multiple dwelling units, including dormitories.
The study shall recommend affordable and energy efficient methods to
cool such buildings to provide a comfortable and safe environment for
residents.
The task force shall submit its findings and recommendations to the
housing committee by January 1, 2022.
This bill has no fiscal impact as PA 17-236 prohibits transportation
allowances for task force members.
The Out Years
State Impact: None
Municipal Impact: None