HB1397
Determining decibel level of sound with proper equipment; certificate as to accuracy of equipment.
Status:
Killed
Latest Action:
Feb. 18, 2026
House: Left in Committee Public Safety
Chief Patron:
Margaret Angela Franklin (D)
Session:
2026 Regular Session
Summary
As Introduced. Determining decibel level of sound with proper equipment; certificate as to accuracy of equipment.
Allows a local government employee of any locality who is properly trained to use equipment deemed proper pursuant to relevant law to determine the decibel level of any sound, including noise. Under current law, only a law-enforcement officer may use such equipment.-
Bill History
- 01/22/2026 - House: Presented and ordered printed 26102702D
- 01/22/2026 - House: Referred to Committee on Public Safety
- 02/03/2026 - House: Assigned HMPPS sub: Subcommittee #2
- 02/03/2026 - House: Placed on Public Safety Agenda
- 02/05/2026 - House: Subcommittee recommends striking from the docket (7-Y 0-N)
- 02/18/2026 - House: Left in Committee Public Safety
