S 6038 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Prohibits the charging of membership fees during a state disaster emergency

This bill prohibits businesses from charging membership fees during a state disaster emergency when consumers face specific hardships. It applies when services stop, become impossible/illegal, frustrate a contract's purpose, or when a consumer demonstrates financial hardship due to the emergency. Businesses violating this face civil penalties up to $1,000. The law takes effect immediately and does not limit other consumer rights under existing law. It directly affects consumers seeking relief during disasters and businesses offering membership-based services.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 5, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Mar 5, 2025
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Kevin Parker
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