Bill > S06803

This bill requires businesses that offer established discounts for senior citizens, students, or veterans to also provide a comparable discount for disabled individuals. Specifically, the bill mandates that if a business offers reduced prices for admission or membership to certain groups, they must extend a similar discount to people with disabilities. The discount must be equal to the lowest price offered to any other discounted group. Additionally, the bill requires that a caregiver accompanying a disabled individual receive free admission, and businesses must prominently advertise these disability discounts at their box offices and on their websites, including on the website's accessibility page. The bill defines a "disabled individual" using the definition from the executive law, and a "caregiver" as the person who normally provides daily care or supervision for the disabled person. The legislation also applies to businesses with a "pay-as-you-wish" pricing policy, requiring them to advertise this option similarly. The act will take effect 90 days after becoming law, aiming to ensure more inclusive and accessible pricing for individuals with disabilities.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6803