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Discussion of proposed legislation: Intro 205 and Intro 980

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Commissioner Mayuga discusses two pieces of proposed legislation related to the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection's (DCWP) work in combating immigration services fraud.

Intro 205 would require DCWP to conduct expanded outreach, education, and advertising about fraudulent schemes by immigration service providers
DCWP supports the intent of Intro 205 but has concerns about the resource-intensive advertising mandates
Intro 980 would increase civil penalties for immigration service providers violating DCWP's laws and rules
DCWP supports Intro 980 and looks forward to working with the council on this bill

Vilda Vera Mayuga

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Turning to today's legislation, introduction two zero five would require DCWP to conduct outreach, education, and advertising about fraudulent schemes committed by immigration service providers and how to avoid them.

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The advertisement requirements includes television, internet, radio, print, subway, and Link NYC kiosk.

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The legislation would also require the agency to report annually on its outreach and advertising efforts.

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We support the intent of this bill and are committed to sustainable interventions to help New Yorkers avoid common fraudulent schemes.

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However, we have concerns with the overly burdensome advertising mandates, will require significant new resources.

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We look forward to working with counsel on this legislation and ensuring that New Yorkers are equipped to avoid fraudulent schemes by bad actors.

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Next, introduction nine eighty would increase civil penalties for immigration service providers for violations of DCWP's laws and rules.

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We support introduction nine eighty and look forward to working with all of you on this bill.

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