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NY S02149

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/15/2025

Primary Sponsor

Leroy Comrie

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires businesses to allow consumers to cancel contracts using the same method used to enter the contract (e.g., if signed up online, must be able to cancel online)

  • Defines "consumer" as a natural person residing in New York who enters into a contract for personal, family, or household purposes

  • Exempts services provided by businesses operating under a franchise granted pursuant to Public Service Law section 219

  • Exempts services provided by businesses regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Requires that a business allow a consumer to cancel a contract between the two parties using the same method that was used to enter into the contract; provides exemptions.

Last Action

REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Consumer Affairs and Protection1/7/2026
Rules6/13/2025
Consumer Affairs and Protection1/15/2025

Full Bill Text

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