Bill > S02570

This bill amends the administrative code of New York City to prohibit any city agency, department, or tribunal from imposing a surcharge on individuals who choose to pay fines, civil penalties, or fees using a credit or debit card instead of cash, check, or similar payment methods. The bill provides detailed definitions for key terms such as "holder" (the person to whom a card is issued or who agrees to pay card obligations), "person" (which includes individuals and various types of legal entities), "issuer" (the entity that issues the card), "credit card" (a card that can be used to obtain cash advances or purchase services on credit), and "debit card" (a card used to purchase services without a personal identification number). The legislation aims to prevent additional fees for electronic payment methods, making it more financially convenient for people to pay city-related expenses using credit or debit cards. The bill will go into effect 90 days after it becomes law, providing time for city agencies to adjust their payment processing policies accordingly.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2570