Nicholas and Zachary Burt Memorial Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act

Summary:
The legislation establishes a federal grant program to assist states in carrying out carbon monoxide detector installation and education programs.
Background:
  • Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that is produced whenever fossil fuels are burned.
  • According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are more thanĀ 400 deathsĀ andĀ tens of thousands of emergency room visitsĀ caused by CO poisoning every year.
  • CO poisoning can also cause harmful, long-term health conditions, including lifelong neurological and cardiac issues.
  • While anyone can be harmed by exposure to CO, it is especially dangerous for babies, children, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with preexisting chronic health conditions.
Status:
Became P.L.117-103 on March 15, 2022.

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