HB402 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Tommy Hanes
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: Fire Departments, non-volunteer, diesel exhaust system installed in the fire station building, required within certain time frame and under certain conditions
Summary: HB402 requires diesel exhaust systems in certain non-volunteer Alabama fire stations and sets timelines for existing stations and new construction, with a funding/approval provision for local governments.
What This Bill Does
The bill applies to non-volunteer fire departments with firefighters on duty eight hours or longer. Existing stations without a diesel exhaust system must install one within five years of the act’s effective date. For new fire stations, the design must include a diesel exhaust system connected to the apparatus and a sealed gear room; if construction began before the act, installation must occur within five years of the effective date. Additionally, applying the requirements to a local entity requires a 2/3 vote unless the local entity approves or state/funded support is provided.

Who It Affects
Non-volunteer fire departments in Alabama with firefighters on duty eight hours or more per day; they must install diesel exhaust systems in existing stations within five years and ensure new construction includes the system and a sealed gear room.
Local governments and taxpayers; applying the law locally may require a 2/3 legislative vote and could involve new or increased local expenditures unless the local entity approves or funding is provided.

Key Provisions
Applies only to non-volunteer fire departments with eight-hour or longer shifts.
Existing stations without a diesel exhaust system must install one within five years of the act’s effective date.
New fire stations designed after the act’s effective date must include a diesel exhaust system connected to each apparatus bay and a sealed gear storage room; stations with construction begun before the act must still install within five years of the effective date.
To apply the act to a local entity, a 2/3 vote is required unless the local entity approves or funding is provided by the Legislature.
The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month after passage and governor approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Fire Departments