Senate bill · S9546 (2025-26)

Relates to certain procedural protections granted to third-party sellers and seller profiles of online marketplaces

New York State Senate

Same as A10762, the matching bill in the Assembly.

Latest action Jun 4, 2026

Sponsor: Sam Sutton (State Senator, District 22, Democratic)

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Summary

Relates to certain procedural protections granted to third-party sellers and seller profiles of online marketplaces; provides that online marketplaces must provide notice and an opportunity to respond before a seller or profile is suspended; provides that a suspended third-party seller or seller profile shall have the right to appeal the determination of the online marketplace in seeking account reinstatement.

Summary from NY Open Legislation. How we handle summaries

Amends the General Business Law.

Purpose, from the sponsor's memo

This bill would provide a fair and timely process for suspending third- party sellers and seller profiles of online marketplaces.

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Where it stands

Passed one of the two chambers; it still needs the other.

Introduced
In committee
Up for a vote
Passed one chamber
Passed
Enacted

Committee

Consumer Affairs and Protection · New York State Assembly

Also referred to Internet And Technology · New York State Senate.

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The sponsor's argument

Why Sam Sutton says this is needed

This legislation creates procedural protections for independent third- party sellers and seller profiles that rely on large online marketplaces (such as Amazon and Google) to reach consumers, by requiring a two-week pre-suspension warning period with detailed notice of alleged infrac- tions and an opportunity to cure before selling privileges are suspended. The bill mandates a transparent appeals process with defined timelines, designation of a marketplace representative to communicate with affected sellers, and disclosure of supporting documentation in cases of permanent suspension. It also prohibits marketplaces from seiz- ing unrelated inventory or withholding funds not connected to the alleged violation while preserving their authority to take immediate, evidence-based action to protect consumers from counterfeit or fraudu- lent goods. Finally, the bill provides a private right of action, damages, and attorney's fees to ensure meaningful enforcement of these protections. FISCAL IMPACT ON THE STATE: None.

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Recorded votes

Vote: Floor vote
NY SenateJun 3, 2026Result: passed
(60) (1) (0) (2)

Full history

Jun 4, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
NY Assembly
Jun 3, 2026
In committee
COMMITTEE DISCHARGED AND COMMITTED TO RULES
NY Senate
Jun 3, 2026
Sent to the executive
DELIVERED TO ASSEMBLY
NY Senate
Jun 3, 2026
Ordered to Third Reading CAL.1658
ORDERED TO THIRD READING CAL.1658
NY Senate
Jun 3, 2026
Passed a chamber
PASSED SENATE
NY Senate

Show full history (4 earlier events)

May 28, 2026
Amend and Recommit to Consumer Affairs and Protection
AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
NY Assembly
May 27, 2026
Amend and Recommit to Internet and Technology
AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO INTERNET AND TECHNOLOGY
NY Senate
Apr 1, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
NY Assembly
Mar 23, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO INTERNET AND TECHNOLOGY
NY Senate

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