Outsiders Heading For New York Must Test Covid Negative

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Andrew Cuomo on Saturday announced new measures to combat the spread of COVID-19 in the state of New York.

Those traveling to the state will need to test negative for the disease within three days of their trip and quarantine immediately upon entering.

After three days, that traveler must also get a second test for COVID-19, and if it is negative, they will be permitted to cease quarantining, the state announced.

New Yorkers who are leaving the state for less than 24 hours do not need to obtain a test before returning to the state but must be tested within four days of returning to the state.