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History
- Substituted by A5180A
- Ordered to third reading cal.1012
- Committee discharged and committed to rules
- Referred to consumer protection
- Referred to rules
Companion bill
The same bill in the other chamber. A bill becomes law when one version passes both houses and the governor signs it, so either number can carry it.
Enacts the "internet dating safety act"
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Audrey Pheffer
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Title of bill
An act to amend the general business law, in relation to enacting the "internet dating safety act"
Purpose or general idea of bill
The purpose of this bill is to protect users of Internet dating services by requiring such services to provide users with safety disclosures.
Summary of specific provisions
This bill would require Internet dating services offering services to New York members to provide a safety awareness notice to customers. The safety awareness notification would be required to include, at minimum, a list and description of safety measures designed to increase customer awareness of safer dating practices.
Justification
While the use of Internet dating services has resulted in countless happy couples, this new method of meeting potential mates can pose risks to participants. New York State residents need to be informed of these potential risks. This bill would require Internet dating services to post a safety awareness notification, which would include a list of recommended safety measures users should take to ensure safe dating.
Prior legislative history
2007-2008: A.9557-C - Passed Assembly
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
120 days after enactment.
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