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NY S04066

NY S04066
Establishes the home improvement fraud prevention act relating to the responsibilities of home improvement contractors and requiring home improvement contractors to register with the secretary of state.


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Introduced
02/02/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the general business law, the penal law, the general municipal law and the executive law, in relation to the registration of home improvement contractors

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Home Improvement Fraud Prevention Act, which relates to the responsibilities of home improvement contractors and requires them to register with the Secretary of State. The key provisions of the bill include: defining terms like "custom home" and "subcontractor"; requiring home improvement contractors to obtain a certificate of registration from the Department of State, which will examine their background and character; establishing a State Home Improvement Contractor Board to oversee regulations and policies; requiring continuing education for registered contractors who apply for building permits; increasing the penalty for home improvement fraud; and authorizing the Department of State to maintain a central registry of all home improvement contractors in the state.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION (on 01/03/2024)

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