Bill > S07463

This bill introduces new provisions to New York's general obligations law regarding the liability of electronic marketplace providers for defective products. It defines an "electronic marketplace provider" as an online platform (like a website or app) that facilitates sales between sellers and customers, and establishes that such providers can be held strictly liable for damages caused by defective products sold through their platforms, similar to traditional retailers. The bill applies regardless of whether the marketplace provider physically handled the product or has a physical presence in the state. Providers would be liable under strict product liability law, meaning they can be held responsible for damages without proving fault. However, the bill includes exceptions for certain types of products, such as preowned, used, handmade, or custom-made items, and situations where the provider did not receive a direct financial benefit from the sale. The legislation aims to hold online platforms accountable for the safety of products sold through their systems while preserving existing legal defenses. The bill is designed to protect consumers by ensuring that electronic marketplaces share responsibility for the safety of products sold on their platforms, effectively extending traditional retail liability principles to the digital marketplace.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7463