Bill > A00969

This bill requires all banking organizations in New York State to have a notary public on staff and available at each of their facilities during regular business hours. A notary public is a state-authorized official who serves as an impartial witness in various legal document signing processes, verifying the identity of signers and administering oaths. The bill allows these banking organizations to charge a nominal fee for notary services, with the fee not exceeding any amounts already established by existing state law. The legislation will go into effect 90 days after it becomes law, which means banks will need to ensure they have a qualified notary public on-site during their standard operating hours. This requirement aims to provide customers with convenient access to notarial services directly at their banking locations, potentially making document authentication and certification more accessible for bank customers.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A969