NY S03297

Makes robocalls unlawful in New York unless made for emergency purposes or with prior express consent of the called party, with consent revocable at any time by the customer.

Defines robocalls as calls made using automated equipment to stored or randomly generated numbers, or using artificial/prerecorded voices, with limited exceptions for calls requiring substantial human intervention.

Requires telephone service providers to offer call mitigation technology to customers at no additional charge upon request, including the ability to block calls from specific callers.

Establishes enforcement mechanisms allowing the attorney general to seek injunctions and impose civil penalties of up to $2,000 per call (maximum $20,000 per 72-hour period) for violations, and allows private citizens to sue for actual damages or $500 per violation.

Takes effect 30 days after enactment, with the Public Service Commission authorized to issue implementing regulations immediately.