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Support the Safe Stay Act

The Safe Stay Act is a critical step forward in protecting travelers from carbon monoxide poisoning. We’re calling on members of Congress and the public to join us in urging action, because no one should lose their life from something so preventable.

When people check into a hotel, motel, or short-term rental, they expect a good night’s sleep. Yet, across the U.S., countless lodging facilities still operate without carbon monoxide (CO) alarms, putting guests at risk for carbon monoxide poisoning without their knowledge. The Safe Stay Act addresses this critical gap by making CO detection a requirement, not a suggestion. It’s a straightforward, life-saving update to outdated safety codes that haven’t kept up with modern risks.

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This legislation also sends a clear message: guest safety should never depend on the luck of where you stay or which state you're in. The patchwork of local laws has left too many families vulnerable, with devastating consequences. The Safe Stay Act ensures that all travelers, no matter their destination, are protected by the same basic safeguards. It’s time for a national standard that puts people first and makes every stay a safer one.

Why the Safe Stay Act Matters

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Carbon Monoxide Deaths Are Preventable

Too many lives have been lost in hotels, motels, and vacation rentals due to carbon monoxide leaks. This legislation would require carbon monoxide detectors in all lodging facilities, something that could save many lives.

Protecting Guests and Families Nationwide

Whether traveling for business or vacation, guests deserve to know they’re safe. The Safe Stay Act ensures that basic protections are in place in every state—not just a patchwork of local laws.

Bipartisan Support and Simple Action

Introduced by Representative Angie Craig (MN), this bill is gaining momentum. With your help, we can secure more co-sponsors in Congress to get this passed into law.

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Take Action Today

You can make a difference. Contact your Representative and ask them to co-sponsor the Safe Stay Act. Use our sample email, find your district's Representative, and be a voice for families and travelers across the country. Together, we can make carbon monoxide safety a national standard, not a tragic oversight.

Join Us in Supporting the Safe Stay Act

If you represent an organization committed to health, safety, or public well-being, we invite you to add your voice. By signing on, your company stands with us in advocating for nationwide protections against carbon monoxide in lodging facilities. Your support helps drive the momentum we need to make this life-saving legislation a reality.

We're a non-partisan, grassroots, civic-minded organization that is focused on eradicating carbon monoxide poisoning and helping survivors recover to lead a happy, healthy, and productive life. 

Our Mission

Our mission is to drive a comprehensive conversation on the public health crisis of chronic and acute carbon monoxide poisoning.

Our Vision

An end to injury and death due to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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