Code & Compliance·January 16, 2026Using automated tools to track regulatory changes? "Use our API" - Federal RegisterFire protection professionals relying on automated tools to monitor the Federal Register are encountering new access restrictions, including CAPTCHAs and IP-based blocks, intended to curb aggressive scraping. The agency is directing users toward its official API instead.
Code & Compliance·January 16, 2026Bill proposes consolidation of Indiana fire servicesIndiana Senate Bill 270, recently passed by a key committee, would require underperforming township fire and EMS providers to merge with neighboring services, potentially reshaping fire protection delivery across the state.
Code & Compliance·January 15, 2026Milwaukee pushing sprinkler retrofit requirements for senior housingMilwaukee's fire chief and mayor are leveraging recent apartment fire incidents to build support for mandatory sprinkler retrofits in older senior housing facilities.
Code & Compliance·January 12, 2026NFPA enhances digital codes platform with AI technologyThe National Fire Protection Association has integrated artificial intelligence capabilities into its digital codes and standards platform to improve user navigation and code research efficiency.
