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NY S07568

NY S07568
Prohibits the knowing and reckless promotion of unlawful or false material; provides remedies for the violation of such prohibition.


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Introduced
12/03/2021
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 obligations law, in relation to prohibiting the knowing and reckless promotion of unlawful or false material and providing remedies for the violation of such prohibition

AI Summary

This bill amends the General Obligations Law in New York to prohibit the knowing and reckless promotion of unlawful or false material that endangers the public's safety or health. It defines "knowingly" and "recklessly" in accordance with the Penal Law, and prohibits the promotion of content that advocates for the use of force or self-harm, or includes false statements of fact or fraudulent medical theories likely to endanger the public. The bill declares such violations a public nuisance and provides for enforcement by the Attorney General or local corporation counsel, as well as a private right of action for those damaged by such violations.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

REFERRED TO JUDICIARY (on 01/05/2022)

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