New York S06038 prohibits charging membership fees during a state disaster emergency unless the service is fully or partially ceased, rendered.

New York S06038 amends the general business law to prohibit charging membership fees during a state disaster emergency. This prohibition applies when the contracted service has ceased, become impossible or illegal, or the consumer's non-use of the service frustrates the contract's purpose. Additionally, consumers can avoid paying membership fees if they demonstrate financial hardship. Violations of this provision are subject to a civil penalty of up to one thousand dollars. The act takes effect immediately.

New York S06038 prohibits charging membership fees during a state disaster emergency unless the service is fully or partially ceased, rendered.

New York S06038 amends the general business law to prohibit charging membership fees during a state disaster emergency. This prohibition applies when the contracted service has ceased, become impossible or illegal, or the consumer's non-use of the service frustrates the contract's purpose. Additionally, consumers can avoid paying membership fees if they demonstrate financial hardship. Violations of this provision are subject to a civil penalty of up to one thousand dollars. The act takes effect immediately.