Consumer Affairs and Protection

NY - Assemblymember Jeffrey Dinowitz (U)

Title:

Chair

NY - Assemblymember Peter Abbate (U)

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Member

NY - Assemblymember David Buchwald (U)

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Member

NY - Assemblymember Karim Camara (U)

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Member

NY - Assemblymember David McDonough (U)

Title:

Member

NY - Assemblymember Bill Nojay (U)

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Member

NY - Assemblymember Anthony H. Palumbo (U)

Title:

Member

NY - Assemblymember Dan Quart (U)

Title:

Member

NY - Assemblymember Michael Simanowitz (U)

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Member

NY - Assemblymember Aravella Simotas (U)

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Member

NY - Assemblymember James Skoufis (U)

Title:

Member

NY - Assemblymember Michaelle C. Solages (U)

Title:

Member

NY - A8412 Prohibits the sale of oversized sugar-sweetened fountain beverages to minors

NY - A8468 Prohibits wireless telephone service plan termination fees in excess of fifty dollars

NY - A8451 Creates the cell phone users' bill of rights

NY - A8413 Regulates the dissemination of personal information acquired by a provider of on-line computer services

NY - A1047 Increases fines for misbranding of fur-bearing articles of clothing

NY - A3066 Prohibits the rental of safety recalled cars until they are repaired in accordance with the recall

NY - A85 Prohibits the mailing of credit card applications to persons under twenty-one years of age

NY - A264 Enacts the "public internet access safety act"

NY - A338 Relates to limiting an employer's access to consumer credit reports in connection with employment applications

NY - A413 Relates to the rights to contract for the burial of cremains in pet cemeteries and requiring notice relating thereto

NY - A121 Relates to the identity theft protection services

NY - A100 Provides that new passenger-type motor vehicles manufactured for sale in New York state on or after January 1, 2017 shall be offered for sale with a spare tire and jack

NY - A119 Establishes the New York state automatic identification technology privacy task force

NY - A127 Authorizes certain audiologists and hearing aid dispensers to dispense hearing aids for a profit

NY - A7018 Requires the consumer protection division to develop an unsecured furniture, television, and appliance public awareness campaign

NY - A307 Relates to the protection of personal information by businesses

NY - A133 Specifies requirements for motor fuel advertising media

NY - A463 Provides that where a person engaged in the business of repairing household appliances identifies a part which will be necessary for repair, it is deemed warranted

NY - A142 Relates to ensuring fairness in the value of gifted goods

NY - A306 Prohibits hidden mobile device spying and stalking programs

NY - A432 Prohibits the sale of expired goods

NY - A468 Regulates the sale of methamphetamine precursor drugs

NY - A494 Relates to hazardous toys and other articles intended for use by children

NY - A713 Requires a hotel or inn address be provided to customers at the time of their reservation

NY - A868 Makes technical corrections to law relating to credit record freezes

NY - A1889 Prohibits method of payment pricing of gasoline

NY - A1424 Regulates the production of synthetic turf

NY - A1580 Prohibits the charging of additional fees for the payment of a wireless communications service bill

NY - A1583 Requires retailers to post warning signs of the tracking of customers through cell phones or other electronic devices

NY - A1513 Provides for the disclosure of certain ownership information by funeral firms at their premises and in certain written materials

NY - A2030 Relates to leased vehicle protections

NY - A2072 Requires debt collectors to send consumers a written notice of their rights under state law along with their debt collection correspondence

NY - A6821 Relates to requiring businesses to provide to the division of consumer protection a telephone number at which such business may be contacted for the submission of consumers complaints

NY - A2507 Provides that persons who sell or rent video games shall display a warning with respect to the relationship between playing video games and epileptic seizures

NY - A2538 Relates to communications by retail stores attempting to settle civil actions deriving from larceny prosecutions

NY - A2650 Prohibits the sale of magnetic jewelry which is meant to mimic a tongue piercing and requires a warning printed on other products containing a small magnet

NY - A3198 Requires a warning label to be printed on or attached to juice containers commonly known as juice boxes

NY - A3174 Relates to destruction of personal information stored on copiers, facsimile machines or multifunction devices

NY - A3410 Authorizes a consumer to seek reimbursement for treatment for an unfit cat or dog within 30 days of the purchase of such animal from a pet dealer

NY - A3409 Relates to a smart phone device "kill switch"

NY - A3368 Prohibits the imposition of a surcharge by a seller in a sales transaction on a holder who uses a debit card

NY - A3366 Provides that any charges assessed by a credit card company for late payment shall not exceed 1.5 percent of the unpaid balance of any bill or fifteen dollars

NY - A3702 Relates to employment agencies, including application for license; procedures; granting of licenses and enforcement of provisions relating thereto

NY - A7353 Relates to the sale of automotive refinishing material labeled for professional use

NY - A5830 Relates to establishing the online consumer protection act

NY - A5925 Relates to imposing a five-day time limit during which to disclose a breach in the security of a system

NY - A5901 Prohibits the erection or maintenance of billboards advertising alcoholic beverages within 1000 feet of schools and playgrounds

NY - A5983 Establishes the cellular telephone service consumer's option act

NY - A7491 Relates to establishing a cap that limits the amount a consumer may be charged for leasing a modem from a cable or internet provider

NY - A4100 Prohibits motor vehicle dealers from advertising lease specials for a limited number of in stock vehicles which meet the advertised vehicle specifications

NY - A4150 Requires that advertisements which include a discount or rebate in the advertised price also include the actual selling price prior to any deductions in the same font and size

NY - A4233 Enacts the "New York Right to Know Genetically Engineered Food Act"

NY - A4198 Relates to refunding debit card transactions within two business days upon voidance of such transactions

NY - A4634 Prohibits the transmission of unsolicited advertising text messages to cellular telephones or pagers

NY - A4872 Prohibits the sale of gift certificates that diminish in value due to dormancy; and prohibits surcharges and fees on gift certificates

NY - A5126 Provides for a minimum 15 day grace period before a late fee may be charged a credit card holder unless there is local, on-line or telephone access available

NY - A7667 Requires that prepaid cellular telephone cards have the expiration date of the minutes purchased printed on the card in conspicuous print

NY - A1071 Bans the use of employer data information

NY - A8093 Relates to the manufacture and sale of smartphones that are capable of being decrypted and unlocked by the manufacturer or its operating system provider

NY - A8142 Requires the provision of a warranty on certain certain medical devices

NY - A8159 Expands protections afforded to renters of motor vehicles

NY - A1121 Relates to the personal information of a credit or debit card holder

NY - A517 Relates to ultraviolet nail dryers

NY - A1269 Relates to fees charged by employment agencies

NY - A55 Prohibits the sale or offer for sale at retail of bottled water in this state in a beverage container unless such container includes on its label certain information

NY - A56 Requires clear and legible dating along with recommended conditions of storage to ensure freshness of certain perishable foods and provides penalties for violations

NY - A309 Provides for the sanitization of every used mattress or bedding material transported, stored or sold in the state

NY - A8209 Defines and prohibits deceptive acts and practices, and false advertising by talent services

NY - A8210 Relates to prohibiting the installation of a starter interrupt device on certain motor vehicles

NY - A8400 Requires sugar-sweetened food items and beverages to be labeled with a safety warning

NY - A6032 Relates to price gouging

NY - A4125 Requires motor vehicle dealers to search for recalls prior to selling a used motor vehicle

NY - A180 Creates the state office of the utility consumer advocate

NY - A3082 Requires signs to be posted at gasoline stations for consumers to contact the department of state regarding price or product problems

NY - A2135 Prohibits certain practices by businesses making an automatic renewal or continuous service offer to consumers in the state

NY - A2309 Requires automobile manufacturers to provide the original purchaser or lessee with information that would extend coverage beyond the original warranty expiration

NY - A2285 Increases the penalty for any person who violates the provision that a pre-recorded message must disconnect upon the caller hanging up the telephone

NY - A2608 Relates to oil change requirements

NY - S1516 Makes technical corrections to law relating to credit record freezes

NY - A1903 Prohibits the unauthorized change of a natural gas or electric service provider

NY - A1933 Requires debt collectors to inform debtors that written communications are available in large print format

NY - A1646 Requires hearing aid dispensers to provide prospective purchasers of hearing aids with information pertaining to audio switch technology

NY - A1354 Authorizes the attorney general to bring an action for violation of the prohibitions concerning unlawful selling practices and specifies damages awardable

NY - A5811 Prohibits rental car companies from discriminating on the basis of geographical location

NY - S1317 Relates to fees charged by employment agencies

NY - A5871 Creates a temporary state commission on personal privacy and provides for its powers, functions and duties

NY - A8643 Relates to the sale of electrically motorized boards

NY - A9032 Relates to changes in energy service pricing

NY - A5203 Requires a warning label attached to any holiday decorations containing lead

NY - A9160 Requires the consumer protection division to post on the division website information on the related risks associated with unsecured furniture, televisions, and appliances

NY - A9840 Relates to the sale, use and application of styrene and products containing styrene by appearance enhancement businesses

NY - A10244 Regulates multilevel distribution companies

NY - S6623 Relates to penalties for deceptive trade practices and unlawful acts by an automobile broker business

NY - A9959 Requires lithium batteries of less than one inch in diameter and products containing such batteries to be labeled with warnings related thereto

NY - A9956 Prohibits mandatory arbitration agreements in consumer and employment contracts; repealer

NY - A9964 Requires full retail fuel services to senior citizens and to persons with disabilities where self-service and full service is offered

NY - A9457 Relates to the transmission of caller identification information to consumers

NY - A9548 Specifies requirements for motor fuel advertising media

NY - A9545 Relates to requiring mandatory arbitration clauses in certain consumer contracts to be disclosed to the consumer

NY - A9544 Relates to requiring mandatory arbitration clauses in certain consumer contracts to be printed in large font type

NY - A10081 Relates to penalties for deceptive trade practices and unlawful acts by an automobile broker business

NY - A10279 Prohibits more than one increase in the price of motor fuel in any twenty-four hour period

NY - A10735 Regulates multilevel distribution companies

NY - S6704 Relates to requiring automobile brokers to be licensed and bonded

NY - A8408 Relates to prohibiting the use of polystyrene containers by restaurants and food vendors to package unconsumed food

NY - A8415 Requires the use of a password or personal identification number in the performance of a credit card transaction

NY - A347 Requires businesses that purchase silver, gold and platinum to display current silver, gold and platinum prices

NY - A408 Requires debt collection agencies to be licensed by the state

NY - A9150 Prohibits a consumer reporting agency or lender from using certain information to determine an individual's credit worthiness

NY - A535 Requires the creation and posting of a food allergy poster in all food service establishments

NY - A536 Relates to labeling and sale of cloned animals and food products from cloned animals or the progeny of such animals

NY - A703 Relates to requiring motor vehicle and motor cycle tires and rims to bear a permanent serial number

NY - A772 Requires telephone service providers to furnish a toll-free consumer service number for consumers offered unsolicited services

NY - A1215 Provides for the proper packaging and labeling of pharmaceutical drugs; creates penalties for intentional fraud

NY - A1161 Relates to consumer protection from deceptive acts and practices

NY - A1117 Relates to provisions concerning debt collection procedures

NY - A1195 Prohibits creditors from seeking debts in facilities licensed under article twenty-eight of the public health law

NY - A1162 Requires products sold as not safe for human consumption to be labeled with their ingredients and active chemical compounds

NY - A1337 Authorizes a parent access to retrieve and view text messages on a minor child's telephone

NY - A1901 Requires primary care physicians to post information detailing how parents or guardians of children can subscribe to the US consumer product safety commission's e-mail subscription lists

NY - A1994 Establishes the uniform debt-management services act

NY - A1939 Relates to the operations of credit services businesses

NY - A1651 Prohibits rental car companies and used car companies from renting, selling or leasing vehicles that have been recalled due to safety risks

NY - A1653 Provides that no issuer of a credit card shall send unsolicited, blank checks to a card member residing in New York state

NY - A1656 Relates to prohibiting unsolicited text messaging through wireless telephones

NY - A1956 Allows individuals to register their telefacsimile telephone numbers with the consumer protection board as part of the "do not call" statewide registry

NY - A6616 Renders contracts entered into for the sale of goods via electronic commerce unenforceable in certain cases

NY - A2133 Relates to price gouging

NY - A2260 Enacts the vessel lemon law to protect consumers purchasing or leasing boats

NY - A2288 Relates to consumer protection from prescription drug reimportation

NY - A6769 Regulates heavy metals, magnets and batteries in children's jewelry

NY - A7196 Requires credit reporting agencies to furnish proof of identity theft to creditors upon debtor's request

NY - A2361 Provides that only products containing one hundred percent milk may use the term "milk" on labels and advertisements

NY - A2323 Directs the commissioner of agriculture and markets to provide for labeling of prepared perishable foods sold primarily for off-premises consumption

NY - A108 Relates to arbitration organizations

NY - A326 Requires wireless telephone companies that offer shared or family plans to allow victims of domestic violence to be released from the account without penalty in instances of domestic violence

NY - A120 Creates a private right of action for unlawful price gouging for injunctive relief and recovery of actual damages or $1000 whichever is greater

NY - A7231 Requires dealers to disclose information regarding fees for updating maps on global positioning systems installed in motor vehicles

NY - A5543 Requires food service establishments to post notice relating to the use of peanut oil

NY - A2597 Directs the department of public service to study and report on the current status of cable television systems providing services over fiberoptic cables

NY - A2890 Relates to candy and other food products packaged as tobacco products

NY - A2320 Requires sugar-sweetened beverages to be labeled with a safety warning

NY - A3359 Prohibits the manufacture, distribution and sale of toys and child care products containing bisphenol-A or phthalates

NY - A5664 Requires jewelry repairers to return removed portions of jewelry that is being repaired to consumers

NY - A5665 Requires that the owner shall have fifteen days from the approximate or estimated completion date specified in the contract for inspection of contracted home improvements

NY - A5710 Regulates and requires issuance of raincheck by retailer where advertised merchandise is not available for sale

NY - A3532 Prohibits the advertising of tobacco products on mass commuting vehicles receiving state aid or funding

NY - A5686 Requires motor vehicle repair shops to give fair and legal estimates

NY - A3463 Relates to prohibiting the installation of a starter interrupt device on certain motor vehicles

NY - A3766 Prohibits the sale of mature and violent video games to minors

NY - A3804 Relates to the labeling of foods produced with certain types of fertilizer

NY - A7339 Relates to home improvement contract provisions

NY - A5770 Provides that no candy or confection shall be sold in this state which resembles marijuana or marijuana products or imitates the flavor of marijuana

NY - A6026 Relates to information for pre-recorded political messages

NY - A4205 Relates to requiring clear and conspicuous labeling of all consumable commodities

NY - A4253 Relates to file-sharing applications

NY - A4392 Increases the penalties for bias related and gang related graffiti, and graffiti upon religious property

NY - A4785 Relates to certain labelling requirements when substitute drug products are dispensed

NY - A5011 Relates to fees charged by employment agencies for class A or A-1 employment

NY - A5233 Relates to banning the use of automatic license plate readers

NY - A5200 Requires apples and apple products treated with daminozide to be labelled

NY - A617 Provides for the labeling of raw agricultural commodities, processed foods, seed, and seed stock produced with genetic engineering

NY - S849 Increases the penalties for bias related and gang related graffiti, and graffiti upon religious property

NY - S627 Regulates the sale of methamphetamine precursor drugs

NY - A7717 Relates to the termination without penalty of certain service contracts

NY - A759 Directs the department of state and public service commission to study and report upon disclosure by utilities to credit reporting agencies of late payments

NY - S434 Provides that a business entity may not alter caller identification information with the intent to defraud or harass a third party or the recipient of the call

NY - A8324 Includes cases and covers for cellular telephones, within the prohibitions related to imitation weapons

NY - A8337 Includes attachments to electronic devices within the meaning of the term "imitation weapon"

NY - A8550 Requires that gift certificates or store credits have no expiration or diminution in value over time

NY - A8571 Requires newspapers and other periodicals published in this state to investigate private advertisements prior to publication to ensure such advertisements do not endorse workplace discrimination

NY - A8602 Relates to child proofing liquid detergent packets

NY - A8631 Relates to requiring that genetically modified salmon that is sold or offered for sale be labeled

NY - A8630 Prohibits providers from imposing a fee for termination or early cancellation of certain service contracts in the event a customer has deceased before the end of such contract

NY - A10013 Specifies requirements for motor fuel advertising media

NY - A9922 Relates to tampon package labeling

NY - A9241 Relates to third party litigation financing

NY - A9464 Relates to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of credit history in making decisions

NY - S1982 Relates to ultraviolet nail dryers

NY - A10097 Relates to requiring automobile brokers to be licensed and bonded

NY - A9817 Relates to firearms designed to look like everyday objects

NY - A9824 Provides applicant identification for applications of service

NY - A8460 Establishes the contact lens consumer protection act

NY - A6289 Requires certain disclosures by sperm and ovum storage facilities

NY - A7043 Prohibits a manufacturer from labeling or advertising a nonwoven disposable product for sale as a flushable without prior approval

NY - A581 Prohibits motor vehicle rental agencies from discriminating against a person because any of the authorized operators do not have a credit card

NY - A9145 Prohibits a consumer reporting agency or lender from using an individual's internet viewing history to determine such individual's credit worthiness

NY - A9144 Relates to expiration date on meat, dairy products and perishable food items

NY - A1859 Requires the provision of a warranty on medical devices

NY - A1848 Relates to requiring credit cards to contain smart chip technology

NY - A1834 Relates to broadening the definition of a consumer

NY - A1375 Relates to automobile manufacturers' warranty adjustment programs

NY - A7158 Provides that a business entity may not alter caller identification information with the intent to defraud or harass a third party or the recipient of the call

NY - A2134 Restricts the disclosure of personal information by businesses

NY - A2153 Requires debt collectors to send consumers a written notice of their rights under state law along with their debt collection correspondence

NY - A6731 Relates to price gouging of medicine

NY - A6866 Relates to the data security act

NY - A2382 Authorizes a pharmacist to substitute a brand name prescription drug for the generic equivalent of such drug if requested to do so by the patient

NY - A2372 Enacts the "credit privacy in employment act" to prohibit the use of consumer credit reports in hiring and employment determinations

NY - A2782 Prohibits fee charges for payment of an account regardless of the method of payment

NY - A2760 Requires solid waste carting company containers used at curbside to have reflective material

NY - A2818 Requires the safe transfer, transport and storage of used mattresses when bought and sold to commercial establishments

NY - A2817 Prohibits label obstruction of over-the-counter drugs

NY - A2820 Establishes standards for the replacement of motor vehicle windshields

NY - A3145 Provides for the establishment of automotive glass replacement standards that are consistent with the federal motor vehicle safety standard requirements

NY - A3530 Relates to gas station credit cards

NY - A3472 Prohibits the practice of surge pricing by rideshare service companies

NY - A3516 Relates to font size for advertisements

NY - A402 Relates to communications by mercantile establishments attempting to settle civil actions deriving from larceny prosecutions

NY - A3599 Relates to oil delivery

NY - A3591 Makes certain amendments concerning zone pricing of gasoline

NY - A4004 Provides protection to cellular telephone subscribers who purchase cellular telephone applications

NY - A6068 Relates to the sale of certain diagnostic and repair information systems

NY - A4304 Requires persons licensed to sell alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises to display a sign or poster on dangers of alcohol consumption while pregnant

NY - A4532 Requires full retail fuel services to senior citizens and to persons with disabilities where self-service and full service is offered

NY - A6250 Implements provisions to protect credit reports of certain consumers

NY - A5004 Requires disclosure terms relating to prepaid calling cards to be provided in languages other than English and increases fines for violations of disclosure requirements

NY - S4786 Relates to the termination without penalty of certain service contracts

NY - A5232 Relates to prohibiting the use of polystyrene containers by restaurants and food vendors

NY - A7866 Authorizes the superintendent of financial services to oversee and regulate car dealer transactions with consumers

NY - A7930 Limits loan assignee liability with regard to motor vehicle retail installment contracts

NY - A7935 Establishes the automobile sales protection act

NY - A8017 Relates to requiring labeling indicating a food product is free of genetically modified organisms

NY - A8010 Prohibits auto lenders from remotely disabling a vehicle without first giving notice of the disabling to the debtor

NY - A6010 Requires persons offering weight loss services to provide notice of certain weight loss and dieting information

NY - A386 Prohibits the manufacture, distribution and sale of toys and child care products containing phthalates

NY - A8287 Relates to employment agencies and their interaction with clients; repealer

NY - A8359 Requires sugar-sweetened food items and beverages to be labeled with a safety warning

NY - A5049 Prohibits day care centers from using or having for use toxic toys; defines toxic toys

NY - A404 Authorizes the creation of the New York state quality seafood certification program

NY - A392 Prohibits the imposition of any charge or fee on the telephone bill of a consumer when such fee is imposed by a third party, without the consent of the consumer

NY - A1114 Requires publisher of magazine subscriptions to disclose on the billing statement or invoice a customer service telephone number

NY - A7610 Restricts fees on gift cards and gift certificates

NY - A5039 Requires stores to publicly display their return and refund policies, including tracking of returns

NY - A894 Prohibits debt collectors from collecting or attempting to collect a debt owed by a deceased debtor that is known by such debt collector to be deceased

NY - A4615 Provides that a business entity may not alter caller identification information with the intent to defraud or harass a third party or the recipient of the call

NY - S5506 Limits loan assignee liability with regard to motor vehicle retail installment contracts

NY - A5317 Relates to publicly accessible collection bins

NY - A4530 Relates to unilateral pricing policies or agreements for contact lenses

NY - A8619 Relates to defining a "protected consumer" as an individual who is under the age of eighteen years

NY - A8718 Relates to the use of voice recognition features on certain products

NY - A9052 Relates to the retail sale of dextromethorphan

NY - A9079 Requires travel consultants to furnish written travel agreements to consumers

NY - A10065 Defines certain terms in standard form contracts as unconscionable

NY - A9186 Relates to prohibiting the sale of crib bumper pads and the restriction of the use of such pads in certain settings

NY - A10189 Relates to expiration dates on gift certificates

NY - A9442 Raises the maximum fine for persons who violate the law regulating telemarketing to twenty thousand dollars

NY - A10475 Relates to notification of security breach

NY - A10676 Relates to rental-purchase agreement forms

NY - A10715 Protects consumers from toxic chemicals in children's products

NY - S6809 Relates to the transmission of caller identification information to consumers