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NY S02283
Bill
Status
2/17/2009
Primary Sponsor
Pedro Espada
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of State to issue licenses to immigration providers and renew them every two years, with the Secretary of State enforcing surety bond and application requirements.
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Prohibits any person from engaging in or advertising immigrant assistance services without first obtaining a license from the Department of State.
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Requires applicants to file written applications and disclosures including personal information, immigration experience, business locations, employees, and criminal history records.
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Authorizes civil penalties of up to $7,500 per violation by the Attorney General, and allows aggrieved persons to sue for injunctive relief and damages with minimum recovery of $5,000 and recovery of reasonable attorneys' fees.
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Takes effect January 1 of the year following enactment, with immediate authorization for the Department of State to adopt necessary regulations.
Legislative Description
Provides for the regulation of the licensure and practice of immigration providers by the department of state in order to protect immigrants from exploitation.
Last Action
PRINT NUMBER 2283A
6/16/2010