New York S06145 regulates the licensure and practice of immigration providers to protect immigrants from exploitation.

New York S06145 amends the general business law to regulate immigration providers. The department of state will issue licenses to immigration providers and renewal licenses every two years. Providers must file an application and disclosure with the department of state, including personal information, experience, places of business, and prior convictions. The secretary of state will charge a filing fee. The attorney general can seek injunctions against violators, and aggrieved persons can bring civil actions for relief and damages.

New York S06145 regulates the licensure and practice of immigration providers to protect immigrants from exploitation.

New York S06145 amends the general business law to regulate immigration providers. The department of state will issue licenses to immigration providers and renewal licenses every two years. Providers must file an application and disclosure with the department of state, including personal information, experience, places of business, and prior convictions. The secretary of state will charge a filing fee. The attorney general can seek injunctions against violators, and aggrieved persons can bring civil actions for relief and damages.