New York City has passed the “Safe Hotels Act,” which is meant to set new, stronger standards around safety, staffing, and cleaning in the city’s hotels, as well as licensing requirements to help enforce worker and guest protections.
The Act takes several steps to keep New York City hotels safe, healthy, and clean. Hotels must receive a license from the city and ensure that staff — including front desk staff at all hotels and security guards at large hotels — are on-site whenever a guest is staying at the hotel. The legislation also requires hotel operators to train employees on recognizing human trafficking and equip employees with panic buttons.
The Act goes into effect on May 3, 2025. Click here to access the Act.
