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BILL NUMBER:S1699
Title of bill
An act to amend the banking law, in relation to the mortgage bill of rights pamphlet on residential mortgages
Purpose or general idea of bill
Requires information to consumers of the mortgage bill of rights that are provided by mortgage lenders and bankers to be published in the eight most spoken languages in New York State.
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1. Subdivision 1 of section 35 of the banking law is amended to read as follows: The superintendent of banks shall develop a pamphlet known as "the mortgage applicant's bill of rights" and post such pamphlet on the banking website. Such pamphlet shall be posted and printed in the eight languages which are most spoken in New York State.
Justification
This legislation ensures the public's awareness of the "mortgage bill of rights" by making information accessible in their native tongue. The increase of diversity among constituents makes it vital for information to be translated in multiple languages. Having this information only in English can only benefit those fluent in the English language and not the public as a whole.
Prior legislative history
S.2590 of 2009 02/24/09 REFERRED TO BANKS 01/06/10 REFERRED TO BANKS
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the 180th day after it shall have become a law; provided that, effective immediately, any and all actions necessary to implement the provisions of this act on its effective date are authorized and directed to be completed on or before such date.
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