As summer’s last hurrah looms, the urge to cool off in pools and lakes becomes almost irresistible. But with that comes an inherent risk—drowning. The state of New York, under Governor Kathy Hochul’s leadership, has just made a significant stride towards minimizing this danger. Ahead of the Labor Day weekend, a series of laws were enacted, each designed to bolster water safety and, quite literally, save lives. Let’s break down what these new laws mean and how they’re set to change the way New Yorkers interact with water, whether it’s in their backyard pools or at public swimming facilities. Extending … Continue reading $150 Million New York Water Safety Initiative Set to Drastically Cut Drowning Rates with New Laws