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NY A05837

NY A05837
Relates to requiring publishers to offer licenses for electronic books to libraries under reasonable terms; defines terms; establishes penalties.


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Introduced
02/26/2021
In Committee
06/09/2021
Crossed Over
06/10/2021
Passed
12/17/2021
Dead
Vetoed
12/29/2021

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Relates to requiring publishers to offer licenses for electronic books to libraries under reasonable terms; defines terms; establishes that a violation shall be deemed a deceptive practice.

AI Summary

This bill requires publishers to offer licenses for electronic books to libraries under reasonable terms, which include limitations on the number of users and access periods, as well as the use of technological protection measures. The bill defines "electronic book" and "publisher," and establishes that a violation of these provisions shall be deemed a deceptive practice, for which the Attorney General can seek an injunction and civil penalties.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

tabled (on 12/29/2021)

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