Emergency Backup Garage Batteries

A California bill is headed to the governor that states all new garage doors operate effectively during power outages. This came directly after the October wildfires which led to deaths of individuals who were trapped in their garages. The bill will not require existing homeowners to install new openers or add backup batteries to their existing units.

New garage doors may soon need backup batteries for emergencies  Petaluma Argus Courier California Bill Requiring Backup Batteries for Garage Doors Heading to State Senate for Confirmation  KSRO Full coverage

Source: https://www.petaluma360.com/news/8653280-181/new-garage-doors-may-soon