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Text scam

Consumer Alert: Warning to New Yorkers About Text Scams

The NYS Division of Consumer Protection warns NYers of a text phishing scheme targeting cell phone users to steal information.
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State Register
The August 10, 2022/Vol. XLIV, Issue 32 of the State Register is now available.
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Cemeteries
The Employment Cost Index for 2022 Rate applications is now available.

Consumer Alerts

Consumer Protection Complaints
Please attempt to resolve your complaint with the company before filing a complaint. Complaints already the subject of a lawsuit or other legal action cannot be handled by the Division of Consumer Protection. We will attempt to help all parties reach a satisfactory settlement. Please be sure that your statement is complete, factual and brief.
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Liberty Defense Project

The first-in-the-nation, state-led public-private project to assist immigrants, regardless of status, in obtaining access to legal services and process.

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Office for New Americans

The Office and its network of providers assist New Americans in navigating the naturalization process, starting and growing businesses, learning English, and becoming part of New York’s diverse cultural fabric.

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