"Companies that charge early cancellation fees, make customers jump through hoops to end subscriptions or charge hidden fees are already in violation of the city’s consumer protection law, said DCWP commissioner Sam Levine...

April 09, 2026 - 20:51 UTC

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...But the agency’s proposed changes, which are subject to a 30-day public review period, would “streamline” the agency’s efforts to investigate complaints and enforce the law, and allow the agency to impose fines and pursue restitution for ripped-off consumers."

www.thecity.nyc/2026/04/09/mamdani-dcwp-click-to-cancel-subscriptions-consumer-protections/
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Every city in California already has this thanks to state law.
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Something tells me they won't face much opposition the public review period
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Same should go for breaking apartment leases. There shouldn’t be fees like having to pay 1-3 months worth of rent.
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