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NY S07739
NY S07739Enacts "Detective Brian Simonsen's Law"; requires wireless communication method service providers disable services to stolen wireless phones.
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Introduced
11/03/2023
11/03/2023
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, in relation to requiring wireless communication method service providers disable services to stolen wireless phones
AI Summary
This bill, known as "Detective Brian Simonsen's Law," requires wireless communication service providers to have a program in place to prevent the activation of stolen phones on their networks. The bill defines key terms like "International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI)" and the "GSMA Block List," which is an industry database that tracks stolen or fraudulently obtained mobile devices. The bill mandates that service providers must suspend service to a stolen phone upon notification by a verified customer and report the IMEI numbers of stolen phones to the GSMA Block List. The bill aims to curb the use of stolen wireless phones by disabling their service.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
SUBSTITUTED BY A8994A (on 06/06/2024)
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