S 5419 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Prohibits the use of automated purchasing software to buy large quantities of goods for the purpose of retail resale

This bill prohibits the use of automated software (like bots) to bypass purchase limits on retail websites and buy large quantities of goods for resale. It directly affects resellers and businesses using such software to acquire items in bulk, such as limited-edition products. Key provisions ban both the automated purchasing and the resale of goods obtained this way, imposing civil penalties of $500-$1,500 per violation and requiring forfeiture of profits. Enforcement falls to the state consumer protection division and attorney general, with additional penalties for repeat violations.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 21, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Feb 21, 2025
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