The bill amends Section 23-27.3-109.1 of the General Laws in Chapter 23-27.3, which pertains to the State Building Code. It introduces new language that empowers the committee to adopt codes and standards that align with nationally recognized model building codes and other technical provisions aimed at ensuring public health, safety, and welfare. Additionally, the committee is required to submit an annual report to the General Assembly detailing the codes and standards adopted, including proposed amendments and a summary of public testimony received during hearings.

Significantly, the bill removes the requirement for the codes and standards adopted by the committee to receive approval from a legislative regulation committee, which is also entirely eliminated from the law. This change streamlines the process by which building codes are adopted, allowing the committee to implement regulations without additional legislative oversight. The act will take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
5716: 23-27.3-109.1