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NY S04066
NY S04066Establishes 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
02/02/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
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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