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NY S08766
Bill
Status
5/15/2018
Primary Sponsor
William Larkin
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AI Summary
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Requires retail furniture sellers to stock and prominently display tip restraint devices (straps, wall brackets, steel cables, or plug and screw sets) compatible with furniture offered for sale.
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Applies only to freestanding clothing storage units over 25 inches tall, including chests, dressers, armoires, and bureaus.
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Mandates retailers post a conspicuous notice stating that furniture may tip over and cause injury or death, and that tip restraint devices may prevent tipping when properly installed.
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Exempts retailers from stocking requirements if furniture is sold with a compatible tip restraint device included with the purchase, and exempts online retailers entirely.
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Establishes a civil penalty of up to $500 per violation for non-compliance, effective 90 days after the bill becomes law.
Legislative Description
Enacts "Harper's Law" requiring tip restraint devices on certain furniture.
Last Action
COMMITTED TO RULES
6/20/2018