It is enacted by the General Assembly as follows:

SECTION 1. Chapter 23-28.1 of the general laws entitled "Fire Safety code -- General Provisions" is hereby amended by adding thereto the following section:

{ADD 23-28.1-9. Solid fuel room heaters. -- ADD} {ADD Solid fuel room heaters manufactured prior to January 1, 1981 are not required to have any label that indicates that they have been tested by any laboratory (ASME labeling). Solid fuel room heaters manufactured prior to January 1, 1981 must meet installation regulations in effect at the time of manufacture. ADD}

SECTION 2. This act shall take effect upon passage.