Bill > A07660

This bill amends the New York General Business Law to require businesses that offer discounts to senior citizens, students, or veterans to also provide discounts to disabled individuals. Specifically, the legislation mandates that such businesses must offer disabled individuals a discount equal to the lowest discount price offered to any other category of individuals. Additionally, the bill requires that a disabled individual's discounted admission or membership include a free ticket for their caregiver. Businesses must conspicuously advertise these discounts at their box office and website, including on their accessibility page. The bill defines key terms such as "disabled individual" (using the definition from the executive law), "caregiver" (the person who provides daily care), and "pay-as-you-wish policy" (where the buyer determines the price). The legislation aims to ensure equal access and pricing for disabled individuals by requiring businesses to extend the same discounting practices they offer to other groups. The act will take effect 90 days after becoming law.

Business and Industry

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7660