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History
- Substituted by A1787C
- Ordered to third reading cal.1493
- Committee discharged and committed to rules
- Print number 7254a
- Amend and recommit to consumer protection
- Referred to consumer protection
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Requires disclosures in advertisements that include a description that the person has expertise or training in issues specifically related to seniors
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Joan Millman
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BILL NUMBER:S7254A
Title of bill
An act to amend the general business law, in relation to requiring disclosures in advertisements using a senior specific designation
Purpose or general idea of bill
To decrease the number of situations in which seniors are deceived by professionals using senior-specific designations
Summary of specific provisions
Creates a new section 350-b-1 of the general business law to require that anyone using a senior-specific designation must disclose the source of that designation in advertisements and to prospective clients; and
A violation of this section would be punishable by a civil penalty pursuant to section 350-d of the general business law. An application could also be made by the Attorney General to a court for an injunction.
Justification
In an effort to bring in clients who are seniors, professionals often pursue licensure, registration, or some sort of independent designation that requires specialized training in senior issues. Seniors often prefer to work with someone who has training in their specific issues. However, it is important to make sure seniors are aware of the source of these designations so they can be sure they are legitimate. A professional could claim to have some sort of senior-specific designation that does not actually exist in an attempt to lure in vulnerable seniors for some kind of scam. Disclosures ensure that seniors are armed with knowledge to try to avoid these kinds of dishonest individuals and scam artists.
Prior legislative history
None.
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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