A 4476 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to making it unlawful for a caretaker to post a vulnerable elderly person on social media without such elderly person's consent

This bill makes it illegal for caregivers to post images or videos of vulnerable elderly people on social media without their consent. It directly affects caregivers (including family members, friends, or formal providers) and vulnerable elderly individuals (aged 60+ with physical, mental, or emotional limitations that impair self-care). The law prohibits non-consensual sharing on platforms like Facebook or Instagram, with consent deemed invalid if the person is physically helpless, mentally incapacitated, or under compulsion. Violations are classified as a class A misdemeanor, punishable by fines or jail time. The bill aims to protect privacy and autonomy for elderly individuals who may be unable to fully consent due to age-related vulnerabilities.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 4, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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