The proposed bill amends chapter 160 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri by adding a new section, 160.674, which mandates the inspection and testing of protective door assemblies in school buildings. Each school board is required to ensure that these assemblies are inspected annually by a qualified inspector to confirm their proper operation and compliance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards. The bill outlines specific definitions for terms such as "authority having jurisdiction," "qualified inspector," and "protective door assembly," and establishes the standards for compliance based on the installation date of the door assemblies. Additionally, the bill stipulates that if any protective door assembly is found to be non-compliant, the school board must take necessary steps to rectify the issue and arrange for a follow-up inspection. Starting January 1, 2028, the authority having jurisdiction will conduct annual inspections of school boards' records to ensure compliance. If a school board fails to address non-compliance within specified timeframes, citations may be issued, which must be publicly posted until compliance is achieved. The bill also includes provisions to protect school boards that are actively working towards compliance from penalties.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (6696H.01): 160.674