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Published on April 23, 2024 - 19:27 GMT

CONSUMER ALERT: New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection and New York Department of Environmental ...

In honor of Earth Week, the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is partnering with the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to share tips which empower consumers to save money and help the environment. …

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Published on April 16, 2024 - 18:34 GMT

CONSUMER ALERT: THE NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF STATE’S DIVISION OF CONSUMER PROTECTION REMINDS NEW YORKERS ABOUT RENTAL SCAMS

For this week’s “Tuesday’s Tips,” the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is sharing tips to help New Yorkers identify and avoid rental scams. Rental scams are executed in a variety of different ways, but the goal is the same: …

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Published on April 10, 2024 - 06:50 GMT

CONSUMER ALERT: As Tax Day Draws Near, the NYS Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Reminds New Yorkers About ...

As tax season approaches, the NYS Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is providing consumers with guidance to avoid mail theft and check washing schemes. Check washing schemes involve thieves stealing checks, often in bulk from U.S. …

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Published on April 2, 2024 - 16:31 GMT

NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF STATE ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF NEARLY $1.6 MILLION IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT EFFICIENCY FUNDS

The New York Department of State (DOS) today announced the availability of nearly $1.6 million from its 2023-24 Local Government Efficiency Grant (LGEG) program to incentivize local governments to plan for and implement projects that reduce local …

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Published on March 26, 2024 - 16:27 GMT

CONSUMER ALERT: NYS Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Reminds New Yorkers of Home Improvement Scams and Ways ...

Secretary Rodriguez said, “Unfortunately, Springtime can be scam time when it comes to home improvements” Follow the New York Department of State on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for “Tuesday’s Tips” – Practical Tips to Educate andEmpower New York …

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Published on March 20, 2024 - 20:46 GMT

THE NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND MAYOR'S OFFICE OF SPECIAL ENFORCEMENT ANNOUNCE $845,000 SETTLEMENT ENDING ILLEGAL SHORT-TERM ...

NEW YORK – New York Secretary of State Robert J. Rodriguez and New York City Mayor’s Office of Special Enforcement (OSE) Executive Director Christian J. Klossner and today announced a global resolution of an $845,000 settlement that shuts down an illegal …

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Published on March 19, 2024 - 16:40 GMT

Governor Hochul Launches Effort to Protect New Yorkers Ahead of Total Solar Eclipse on April 8

Governor Kathy Hochul today launched a statewide effort to protect New Yorkers ahead of the Total Solar Eclipse on Monday, April 8. The effort includes statewide distribution of limited-edition I LOVE NY eclipse glasses at 30 locations throughout the state …

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Published on March 12, 2024 - 17:25 GMT

CONSUMER ALERT: NYS Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Releases 50 Ways New Yorkers Can Save Money

For this week’s “Tuesday’s Tips,” the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) shares its Money Savings Guide which offers 50 ways New Yorkers can save and manage finances on everyday expenses. The guide includes tips for saving …

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Published on February 13, 2024 - 16:32 GMT

CONSUMER ALERT: The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Alerts New Yorkers about Romance Scams

For this week’s “Tuesday’s Tips,” the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is warning New Yorkers about romance scams and is offering information and tools to help identify and outsmart scammers who prey on people’s emotions …

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Published on February 8, 2024 - 21:37 GMT

NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF STATE ANNOUNCES CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY AWARDED NEARLY $67,000 IN STATE MATCHING FUNDS FOR EFFICIENCIES REALIZED ...

The New York Department of State today announced that Chautauqua County is receiving $66,909 achieved through County-Wide Shared Services Initiative (CWSSI) projects submitted to the Department of State (DOS) in its 2021 CWSSI Plan. CWSSI provides a state …

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Published on February 6, 2024 - 20:30 GMT

Governor Hochul Announces New Law to Clarify Disclosure of Credit Card Surcharges Goes Into Effect Sunday, February 11

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a new consumer protection law that will go into effect on February 11, 2024. This new law will amend and clarify New York’s existing credit card surcharge law. The NYS Division of Consumer Protection assists aggrieved …

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Published on January 30, 2024 - 15:08 GMT

CONSUMER ALERT: New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Reminds New York Taxpayers to Stay Vigilant Against ...

For this week’s “Tuesday’s Tips,” the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) shares important tips to help New York taxpayers stop identity thieves and tax fraudsters from stealing their identity and hard-earned money. DCP …

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Published on January 23, 2024 - 19:16 GMT

CONSUMER ALERT: THE NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF STATE’S DIVISION OF CONSUMER PROTECTION PROVIDES TIPS TO AVOID CHECK WASHING SCAMS

The Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is providing consumers with guidance to avoid mail theft and check washing schemes. During check washing schemes, thieves steal checks, often in bulk from U.S. Postal Service mail collection boxes …

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Published on January 9, 2024 - 16:25 GMT

CONSUMER ALERT: With Employment Scams on the Rise, New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Offers Job ...

For this week’s “Tuesday’s Tips,” the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is warning job seekers to avoid common employment scams. Job scams have been a growing problem in recent years. According to the Federal Trade …

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Published on January 2, 2024 - 18:14 GMT

CONSUMER ALERT: NYS DEPARTMENT OF STATE’S DIVISION OF CONSUMER PROTECTION OFFERS TIPS TO AVOID COSTLY MISTAKES WITH GYM ...

As we begin a New Year, many of us will be setting new goals and resolutions. One of the most popular resolutions is to get fit and healthy, and to achieve this, many people will be joining a gym or renewing their gym membership. The New York State …

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Published on December 29, 2023 - 16:05 GMT

NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF STATE ANNOUNCES CAYUGA COUNTY AWARDED OVER $443,000 IN STATE MATCHING FUNDS AS A RESULT OF SHARED SERVICES ...

The New York Department of State today announced that Cayuga County is receiving $$443,481.11 in state matching funds because of taxpayer savings achieved in 2020. The funding is provided through the County-Wide Shared Services Initiative (CWSSI), which …

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Published on December 28, 2023 - 18:44 GMT

DOS ANNOUNCES START OF CONSTRUCTION OF $510,000 RESILIENCY PROJECT AT CHIPPEWA BAY BOAT LAUNCH IN TOWN OF HAMMOND, ST. LAWRENCE ...

Secretary of State Robert Rodriquez today announced construction has begun on a resiliency project at the Chippewa Bay boat launch within the town of Hammond, St. Lawrence County. The project was awarded $510,000 in grant funding through the State’s Lake …

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Published on December 26, 2023 - 16:24 GMT

CONSUMER ALERT: NYS DIVISION OF CONSUMER PROTECTION PROVIDES TIPS TO HELP CONSUMERS NAVIGATE RETURN AND REFUND POLICIES

Discover What to Look for When Reviewing Return and Refund Policies Laws Protect Consumers So They Can Make Informed Decisions During Holiday Shopping Secretary Rodriguez: “The last thing you want is to purchase an item and realize you can’t return it due …

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Published on December 19, 2023 - 16:29 GMT

CONSUMER ALERT: NYS Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Reminds New Yorkers How to Avoid Losing Money with Gift ...

For this week’s “Tuesday’s Tips”, the New York State Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) reminds New Yorkers of their consumer rights and scam prevention tips related to gift cards and gift certificates, so they avoid losing money …

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Published on December 18, 2023 - 18:35 GMT

NYS COUNCIL ON DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND NYS OFFICE OF NEW AMERICANS CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL MIGRANTS DAY

In recognition of International Migrants Day on December 18th, the New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities (CDD) and the NYS Department of State’s Office for New Americans (ONA) are celebrating their partnership on a unique initiative …

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