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NY S03703
NY S03703Requires stores to publicly display their return and refund policies, including tracking of returns; failure to display provides buyer with automatic refund or credit.
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Introduced
01/30/2021
01/30/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
Requires stores to publicly display their return and refund policies, including tracking of returns; failure to display provides buyer with automatic refund or credit.
AI Summary
This bill requires stores to publicly display their return and refund policies, including tracking of returns. If a store fails to display this information, the buyer is entitled to an automatic refund or credit for up to 20 days after the purchase, as long as the merchandise has not been used or damaged. Stores that violate this law can be subject to a civil penalty of $100 to $500 for each violation. The bill would take effect 180 days after becoming law.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION (on 01/05/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/S3703 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S03703&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S03703 |
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