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NJ S66
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Nilsa Cruz-Perez
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AI Summary
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Allows consumers to waive their 3-day right to cancel a home improvement contract when facing a bona fide emergency by signing an emergency authorization form
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Defines "bona fide emergency" as conditions rendering property uninhabitable or causing harm, including issues with heating/cooling, electrical, plumbing, ventilation, roof, or outer walls
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Requires contractors to provide consumers with both an emergency authorization form and a written estimate of total costs before proceeding with emergency work
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Mandates contractors obtain additional written authorization if actual costs exceed the original estimate
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Permits contractors to take preliminary steps to address clear and immediate dangers that may cause death or serious bodily injury without first obtaining the emergency authorization form
Legislative Description
Provides exemption from 3-day cancellation provision of home improvement contract in case of bona fide emergency.
Commerce
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
1/9/2024