N.Y. SOS Law § 461-Q
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Temperature standards in adult homes, enriched housing programs and residences for adults
Official statutory text
§ 461-q. Temperature standards in adult homes, enriched housing\nprograms and residences for adults. The commissioner of health shall\npromulgate rules and regulations with respect to an allowable\ntemperature in all areas occupied by residents of an adult home,\nenriched housing program and residence for adults, including any areas\nintended for use by its residents in common including auditoriums,\nmeeting rooms and cafeterias. One common room in such adult home,\nenriched housing program and residence for adults shall be required to\nbe air conditioned.\n
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