Bill > S04739

This bill addresses mandatory arbitration clauses in user agreements for transportation network companies (TNCs), such as ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft, specifically prohibiting these companies from including such clauses for serious offenses involving assault and sexual crimes. The legislation would render any existing user agreements containing mandatory arbitration provisions for these types of offenses null and void, requiring companies to issue new user agreements without such clauses within 14 days of the law's effective date. By removing mandatory arbitration requirements for assault (as defined in Article 120 of the Penal Law) and sexual offenses (as defined in Article 130 of the Penal Law), the bill aims to ensure that users who have experienced these serious crimes can pursue legal action through the court system rather than being forced into arbitration, which often limits victims' ability to seek full justice and public accountability.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4739