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Committee approves bill to let State Fire Marshal certify CO2 installers, adds delayed effective date

Utah House Business and Labor Committee · February 9, 2026
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Summary

HB240 directs the State Fire Marshal to create a licensing and certification program for installers and inspectors of large commercial CO2 systems; the committee adopted an amendment to delay implementation to allow program setup and passed the amended bill.

Fire Marshal Tony Allred told the committee HB240 would allow the State Fire Marshal's Office to develop a simple certification and licensing program for firms and individuals who install and maintain commercial CO2 systems greater than 100 pounds, aligning Utah with surrounding states and national codes.

"CO2 is an odorless invisible gas ... If accidentally released…

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