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NY A07272
Bill
Status
3/21/2025
Primary Sponsor
Monique Chandler-Waterman
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AI Summary
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Requires installation of operable water detector alarms in all one or two-family dwellings, condominiums, cooperatives, and multiple dwellings throughout New York State
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Mandates water detector alarms in commercial buildings that may be subject to flooding, with "commercial building" defined as any building where individuals are employed
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Defines "water detector alarm" as an electronic device that detects water presence and activates both audible and visual alarms when sensors are triggered
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Requires periodic inspections by qualified inspectors (as determined by local government) to verify alarms are properly installed and in operable condition
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Takes effect 180 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Requires the installation and periodic inspection of water detector alarms in residential dwellings and certain commercial buildings; defines a "water detector alarm" as an electronic device that detects the presence of water and sets off an audible and visual alarm when its sensors are triggered; defines a "commercial building" as a building in which individuals are employed.
Last Action
referred to governmental operations
1/7/2026