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NY A00117

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/5/2011

Primary Sponsor

Bill Reilich

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Origin

Assembly

2011-2012 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards from accessing state-provided cash benefits at automated teller machines (ATMs) and point of sale terminals located in gambling establishments, psychics, bail bond establishments, bingo halls, cruise ships, and tattoo parlors

  • Grants the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance authority to designate additional businesses as ineligible for EBT cash withdrawals if their services are deemed inconsistent with the agency's intent

  • Amends both the Social Services Law (adding Section 144-B) and Banking Law (adding Section 9-V) to enforce the restrictions

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Prohibits automated teller machines or point of sale terminals in certain locations from accepting electronic benefit transfer cards for cash withdrawals.

Last Action

held for consideration in banks

5/31/2012

Committee Referrals

Banks1/5/2011

Full Bill Text

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