Relates to the use of smart access systems and the information that may be gathered from such systems
This bill (A 156) regulates smart access systems in apartment buildings (class A multiple dwellings) to protect tenant privacy and ensure reliable entry. It requires owners to provide physical backup entry methods (like key fobs or cards) alongside apps, prohibits reliance solely on web-based systems, and mandates free basic access devices for tenants and children. The bill strictly limits data collection to essential information (e.g., user name, unit number, access times) and bans new biometric systems for three years, while requiring clear tenant notices about the system. It directly affects apartment owners/managers and tenants/guests by defining data rights and access standards.
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Introduction
Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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REFERRED TO HOUSING
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Jan 8, 2025
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1 primary · 9 co-sponsors
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