New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

A 9599: Requires certain stores that accept credit or debit card payment to accept flexible benefit cards as a form of payment for eligible items

In committee Last action January 21, 2026: REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION

Plain-language summary

A 9599 is a bill introduced in the New York House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires certain stores that accept credit or debit card payment to accept flexible benefit cards as a form of payment for eligible items. Primary sponsor: Larinda Hooks (Democratic/Working Families). Most recent recorded action (January 21, 2026): REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Larinda Hooks (Democratic/Working Families).