The new E911 requirements for hotels are part of two laws: Kari's Law and the Ray Baum's Act. These laws were enacted to improve the ability of emergency responders to locate and assist people who are in need of assistance.

Kari's Law, which was enacted in 2018, requires hotels and other businesses to enable direct dialing of 911 from guest rooms without the need to dial a prefix, such as "9" or "0". This allows guests to quickly and easily contact emergency services in the event of an emergency.

The Ray Baum's Act, which was enacted in 2019, builds on Kari's Law by requiring hotels and other businesses to provide location information to 911 dispatchers when a 911 call is made. This information can help emergency responders to quickly and accurately locate the caller, which can be critical in emergency situations.

Overall, the new E911 requirements for hotels are designed to improve the ability of emergency responders to assist people in need, and to help save lives in the event of an emergency.