Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-National Fire Protection Association

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Summary

**What it does:** This notice announces that the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is forming a research and production cooperative under federal law. The NFPA develops fire safety codes and standards used nationwide. **Who it affects:** - NFPA and its member organizations - Companies and researchers who may join this cooperative - Industries that use fire safety standards - Building owners, contractors, and safety professionals who follow NFPA codes **What would change:** The cooperative would allow NFPA and participating organizations to collaborate on research and development of fire safety standards without certain antitrust law restrictions. This could lead to: - Faster development of new fire safety technologies - More coordinated research efforts - Updated safety standards and codes - Potentially improved fire protection in buildings and facilities This is a standard legal notice required when organizations form research cooperatives under the 1993 National Cooperative Research and Production Act, which encourages joint research while providing some antitrust protection.

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