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NY S00068

NY S00068
Limits robocalls to state residents; requires telephone service providers to offer free call mitigation technology to telephone customers.


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Introduced
01/06/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the general business law, in relation to limiting robocalls to state residents and to require telephone service providers to offer free call mitigation technology to telephone customers

AI Summary

This bill amends the general business law to limit robocalls (calls made using automatic dialing devices or prerecorded voices) to state residents, and requires telephone service providers to offer free call mitigation technology to customers to help block unwanted robocalls. It defines key terms like "robocall," "call mitigation technology," and "telephone service provider," and sets out the specific situations where robocalls are permitted (e.g., for emergency purposes or with prior consent). The bill also imposes civil penalties for violations and requires the Department of State to report annually on the implementation of call mitigation technology by providers. Overall, the bill aims to protect New York residents from the nuisance and potential fraud associated with unwanted robocalls.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (33)

Last Action

REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION (on 01/05/2022)

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