New York Forced To Create New Law Because State Full Of Bed Bugs

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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul just signed a new law to crack down on bed bugs.

Many popular hometowns across New York State are crawling with bed bugs.

Each year Orkin's releases an updated list regarding the "worst cities for bed bugs in America."

Each year many hometowns from New York State make the list.

See the full list below.

Every year the pest control gurus at Orkin put together a list of the Top 50 Bed Bug Destinations in the United States. Which areas do you travel to that you should take extra care to watch out for these blood-sucking insects? Let's countdown to the most bed-bug-riddled city in the United States.

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Almost every year New York City ranks in the top 3 in terms of cities with the most bed bugs.

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In 2024, New York City placed second on Orkin's list of the 50 cities infested with bed bugs.

Just before Thanksgiving, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a law that requires landlords to alert their tenants regarding bed bug infestations in their buildings.

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The law, which officially goes into effect on Dec. 22, requires landlords to tell tenants about a bed bug infestation within 72 hours.

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Landlords must provide written notice to tenants who live close to the infested unit to be notified.

Which cities in New York State are the most concerned? Here's a look at the Top 15 who are searching for Bed Bugs the most:

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New York Forced To Create New Law Because State Full Of Bed Bugs

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