On April 1, 2019, a new law went into effect in New York State changing the type of smoke detectors that will be permitted for sale in the State.
Section 399-ccc of the General Business Law prohibits the sale of smoke detectors that are powered solely by a replaceable, removable battery. All new smoke detectors sold in New York will be required either to be hardwired to the home or powered by a non-removable, non-replaceable battery that powers the device for at least ten years.
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