Relates to service contracts for accidental damages
This bill amends New York's insurance law to clarify and expand the definition of "service contract" to explicitly cover repairs or replacements for accidental damage from handling and power surges. It directly affects consumers purchasing service plans for electronics, appliances, and vehicles, as well as businesses selling these contracts. Key provisions include adding specific coverage for tire repairs due to road hazards, windshield chip repairs (but not full replacements), paintless dent repair, and vehicle key replacement, while limiting indemnity payments to the original purchase price. The bill ensures these services are legally categorized as "service contracts," providing clearer consumer protections and industry standards.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 15, 2026
Last action Jun 2, 2026
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Jan 15, 2026
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REFERRED TO INSURANCE
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Jeremy Cooney
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Pete Harckham
DDemocratic/Working Families
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