New York's legislature has approved a bill that mandates retail businesses to accept cash, aimed at protecting vulnerable populations, including low-income and elderly consumers. The bill, which imposes penalties for non-compliance, awaits Governor Kathy Hochul's review. Similar legislation has been enacted in other cities and states to address the rise of cashless transactions.
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