HR 540 Pennsylvania House · 2023-2024 Regular Session

A Resolution recognizing the week of October 6 through 12, 2024, as "Fire Prevention Week" in Pennsylvania.

This bill is a resolution that officially designates the week of October 6 through 12, 2024, as "Fire Prevention Week" in Pennsylvania. It does not change any laws or require specific actions from residents, landlords, or businesses but instead serves to raise public awareness about fire safety. The text highlights statistics on home fire risks and provides safety tips, such as turning pot handles inward, maintaining smoke alarms, and having an escape plan. Additionally, the resolution commends firefighters and first responders for their efforts in preventing and responding to fires.
Bill status in committee 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2024
Committee Review
Oct 2024
House Passage
Oct 2024
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Sep 27, 2024 Last action Oct 7, 2024
Floor votes · House Oct 7, 2024

How they voted

240
Passed
Total votes 24
Oct 7, 2024
D Democratic14
14 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican10
10 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
3
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Oct 7, 2024
House · Passed
House Vote: pass (24-0)
house
Oct 7, 2024
Lower · Passed
Reported as committed
lower
Sep 27, 2024
Committee
Referred to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness
lower
1 primary · 15 co-sponsors

Sponsors