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NY A02938

NY A02938
Requires credit reporting agencies to furnish proof of identity theft to creditors upon debtor's request.


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Introduced
01/28/2019
In Committee
01/08/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the general business law, in relation to requiring credit reporting agencies to furnish proof of identity theft to creditors upon debtor's request The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assem- bly, do enact as follows: 1

AI Summary

This bill requires credit reporting agencies to furnish proof of identity theft to creditors upon a debtor's request. The bill specifies that a valid police report and a written statement from the debtor claiming to be a victim of identity theft, along with supporting documentation, will suffice as proof of identity theft. The credit reporting agency must keep this information on file for seven years. The bill aims to provide a streamlined process for victims of identity theft to demonstrate their status and prevent further damage to their credit.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

referred to consumer affairs and protection (on 01/08/2020)

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