Prohibits unsolicited telemarketing sales calls during a declared state of emergency or disaster emergency where the declaration or proclamation of emergency includes a finding that unsolicited telemarketing sales calls would impair actions taken to limit, control, or mitigate the emergency; explains the basis of such finding; provides that such prohibition may not extend for a period of more than two weeks, subject to renewal for additional two-week periods by further findings of necessity made at the end of each two-week period.
Summary
Bill S06853 amends the general business law to prohibit unsolicited telemarketing sales calls during declared states of emergency or disaster emergencies in New York. The prohibition is applicable only when the emergency declaration includes a finding that such calls would hinder efforts to manage the emergency. The ban on telemarketing calls can last for a maximum of two weeks but may be renewed for additional two-week periods if further findings justify the necessity of the prohibition.
Impact
This bill modifies existing telemarketing regulations by introducing specific restrictions during emergencies, thereby enhancing consumer protection in times of crisis. It amends sections of the general business law that were previously established to regulate telemarketing practices, ensuring that residents are not subjected to unsolicited sales pitches when they may be most vulnerable due to emergencies.
Sentiment
The sentiment around Bill S06853 appears to be generally supportive, as it aims to protect consumers during emergencies. However, there may be concerns from telemarketing businesses regarding the potential impact on their operations during such periods.
Contention
Notable points of contention may arise from telemarketing companies who argue that such restrictions could significantly affect their business operations, especially if emergencies are prolonged. Additionally, there may be discussions about the criteria for determining when telemarketing calls are deemed to impair emergency management efforts.
Same As
Prohibits unsolicited telemarketing sales calls during a declared state of emergency or disaster emergency where the declaration or proclamation of emergency includes a finding that unsolicited telemarketing sales calls would impair actions taken to limit, control, or mitigate the emergency; explains the basis of such finding; provides that such prohibition may not extend for a period of more than two weeks, subject to renewal for additional two-week periods by further findings of necessity made at the end of each two-week period.
Prohibits unsolicited telemarketing sales calls during a declared state of emergency or disaster emergency where the declaration or proclamation of emergency includes a finding that unsolicited telemarketing sales calls would impair actions taken to limit, control, or mitigate the emergency; explains the basis of such finding; provides that such prohibition may not extend for a period of more than two weeks, subject to renewal for additional two-week periods by further findings of necessity made at the end of each two-week period.
Prohibits unsolicited telemarketing sales calls during a declared state of emergency or disaster emergency where the declaration or proclamation of emergency includes a finding that unsolicited telemarketing sales calls would impair actions taken to limit, control, or mitigate the emergency; explains the basis of such finding; provides that such prohibition may not extend for a period of more than two weeks, subject to renewal for additional two-week periods by further findings of necessity made at the end of each two-week period.
Prohibits unsolicited telemarketing sales calls using an automatic dialing-announcing device to any person in the state during a declared state of emergency or disaster emergency.
Relates to the maximum number of employees that a minority and women-owned business enterprise may have during a declared state disaster emergency or other emergency or critical need; changes such maximum from three hundred employees to three hundred employees who work thirty or more hours per week over the period of fifty-two weeks for a total of 1,560 hours worked.
An Act to direct the Department of Emergency Management to assess the feasibility and impact of developing a program to prioritize the prevention and mitigation of damage, loss, hardship, or suffering due to the anticipated impacts of an imminent emergency necessitating a gubernatorial declaration of a state of preparedness or an emergency that does not warrant a gubernatorial declaration of a state of emergency; report.
Permits Legislature to terminate certain declarations by Governor for state of emergency or public health emergency and limits duration of such declarations unless Legislature approves extension.
Permits Legislature to terminate certain declarations by Governor for state of emergency or public health emergency and limits duration of such declarations unless Legislature approves extension.
Limiting Emergency Powers Act of 2023 This bill provides that a national emergency declared by the President terminates 30 days after a declaration unless a joint resolution affirming such declaration is enacted. All existing emergency declarations expire after two years unless the President requests a renewal that receives congressional approval.