Statement From The Business Council of New York State, Inc. On The NYC Council's Passage of Surveillance Pricing Ban
"The surveillance pricing legislation passed today by the New York City Council is completely counterproductive when it comes to putting money back in residents’ pockets. At a time when making the City more affordable should be a top priority, eliminating discounts and the everyday tools that help bring the cost of living down is simply hypocritical. The Business Council has been clear from the outset on this issue - we agree that companies should not use personal data to raise prices. But the unintended consequences of this broadly written measure are only going to hurt those who are trying to make ends meet. We urge the City Council and Mayor Mamdami to work with the business community to amend this bill, so it targets real abuses while protecting the discounts and programs that help New Yorkers stretch every hard-earned dollar."
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