🔴 LIVE: Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection

The New York City Council Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection held a hearing on June 17, 2026, to discuss two key bills: Intro 891, which proposes banning surveillance pricing, and Intro 892, which seeks to restrict the frequency of price increases in grocery stores. The hearing focused on the impact of dynamic and surveillance pricing practices that use personal data to set individualized prices, often leading to price discrimination and affordability issues for consumers. Testimonies from the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, the Office of the Attorney General, labor unions, industry representatives, and advocacy groups highlighted concerns about the fairness, transparency, and enforcement of these pricing practices. The committee discussed the need for clear definitions, enforcement resources, consumer education, and protections for legitimate loyalty and discount programs. Several stakeholders emphasized the importance of aligning city legislation with recent state laws to avoid regulatory conflicts. The hearing also addressed the potential negative effects of electronic shelf labels and the disproportionate impact on small businesses and workers. No contract awards or procurement decisions were made, but the discussion centered on policy measures to regulate pricing practices and protect consumers and workers in New York City.