Bill > S09319

This bill requires companies involved in household goods moving to obtain approval from the commissioner of transportation before using terms like "mover," "moving," or "relocation service," or any abbreviations or derivatives of these words, in their corporate or assumed names. This is to prevent public confusion and ensure that only authorized companies can use these terms, as companies must hold specific certificates (under sections 172 or 191 of the transportation law) to operate as movers. The bill amends laws governing business corporations, limited liability companies, and partnerships to incorporate this requirement, and also adds new sections to the transportation law to enforce these naming restrictions with potential civil penalties of up to $10,000 for violations, while allowing existing businesses one year to comply.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9319