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Date Published:: 2022-02-22
Description:: The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP), formerly the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA), seeks to protect and enhance the daily economic lives of New Yorkers to help create thriving communities. The emergency rule makes it illegal to increase prices by 10 percent or more...
Agency:: Comptroller (COMP)
Subject(s):: Consumers, Business, and Government
Report Type:: Audit Report

Date Published:: 2017-04-05
Description:: Department of Consumer Affairs and Council Member Rafael Espinal, Jr. held a public hearing in October 2016 to explore predatory lending in the used car industry. This report provides an overview of the public hearing that includes findings and recommendations.
Agency:: Consumer Affairs, Department of (DCA)
Subject(s):: Laws and legislation and Consumers
Report Type:: Other

Date Published:: 2010-11-01
Description:: Pursuant to LL51/2009, report on the effectiveness of the new law at increasing the capacity of parking for bicycles in the City's garages and parking lots including the location of bicycle parking spaces and the rate of usage of such spaces
Agency:: Consumer Affairs, Department of (DCA)
Subject(s):: Consumers, Traffic and Parking, and Statistics
Report Type:: Reports - Other (Consultant/Staff)

Date Published:: 2019-10-01
Description:: Pursuant to Local Law 63 of 2017, this report on immigration service providers is submitted by the agency, in conjunction with the mayor's office of immigrant affairs to the Mayor and the Speaker of the City Council
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Consumers
Report Type:: Laws / Legislation

Date Published:: 2018-11-15
Description:: Pursuant to Local Law 41 of 2011, this report covers industry compliance for tow trucks with respect to violations issued.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Consumers
Report Type:: Laws / Legislation

Date Published:: 2020-01-17
Description:: Summary of Local Law 74 of 2018 Local Law 74 of 2018 (“the Law”) tasks the Department of Consumer Affairs (“DCA”) with conducting a review to determine whether it is feasible to implement a penalty mitigation program for retail establishments and food service establishments.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Consumers
Report Type:: Laws / Legislation

Date Published:: 2017-01-01
Description:: The campaign advertisements highlight the over-the-top approach used by dealerships such as their eye-catching low prices and assurances about financing despite your credit scores to help New Yorkers avoid a bad deal at a used car dealership.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Consumers
Report Type:: Press Releases

Date Published:: 2020-03-01
Description:: A flyer to warn consumers about illegal price gouging for any personal or household good or any service that is needed to prevent or limit the spread of or treat the new coronavirus (COVID-19).
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Prices, Consumers, and COVID-19
Report Type:: Other

Date Published:: 2021-10-13
Description:: A document with important tips and information when funeral planning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Death, Consumers, and COVID-19
Report Type:: Other

Date Published:: 2021-03-04
Description:: Scammers often take advantage of vulnerable people during times of crisis and distress. It is important that you be aware of any potential scams in order to protect yourself and your money. This publication describes common COVID-19-related scams and tips to stay safe.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Consumers and COVID-19
Report Type:: Other

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