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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9934: Relates to prohibiting the use of stealth crawlers

Prohibits the deployment of a stealth crawler in a manner that would damage, impair or burden the operation of a covered news source or otherwise cause a news source economic harm.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects news sites from economic harm caused by malicious stealth crawlers, enhancing cybersecurity and digital rights.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9051: Prohibits artificial intelligence companions from using features which are considered unsafe for minors

Prohibits artificial intelligence companions from using features which are considered unsafe for minors; defines terms; specifies what are considered unsafe features.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates AI chatbot features to protect minors, aligning with consumer protection regulations in tech policy as per its explicit focus on safety standards and rights of action.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 8026: Provides internet access to all individuals residing in temporary housing

Provides WiFi service and internet access to all individuals residing in temporary housing; relates to funding for internet service under the ConnectAll digital equity grant program.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly expands internet access through ConnectAll grant program, directly promoting digital equity as a core technology policy.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 8451: Enacts the New York fundamental artificial intelligence requirements in (FAIR) news act

Enacts the "New York fundamental artificial intelligence requirements in (FAIR) news act"; provides transparency requirements for news media content composed, authored, or otherwise created through generative AI.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly mandates workplace protections for news media workers, directly advancing labor & employment protections in the specified sector.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates AI oversight, fairness disclosures, and workplace protections for news media, regulating AI systems to protect workers and consumers per FAIR Act requirements.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10411: Prohibits motor vehicle manufacturers and dealers from charging a subscription fee for certain functions of a motor vehicle after the vehicle is sold

Prohibits motor vehicle manufacturers and dealers from charging a subscription fee for certain functions of a motor vehicle after the vehicle is sold; provides that any manufacturer, dealer, or agent of a manufacturer or dealer that fails to comply with such requirements shall be assessed a civil penalty not to exceed two hundred fifty dollars per point of sale for each violation.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects consumers from unfair tech practices by prohibiting subscription fees for vehicle functions, promoting digital equity and consumer protection in the automotive technology sector.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 9581: Requires covered businesses to annually report to the department of labor regarding the impact of artificial intelligence on hiring and the nature of artificial intelligence use

Requires covered businesses to annually report to the department of labor regarding the impact of artificial intelligence on hiring and the nature of artificial intelligence use for the previous year; requires the department of labor to file an annual report on the impact of artificial intelligence on hiring and the nature of artificial intelligence use in the state; establishes penalties for covered business that fail to submit such reports.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates AI hiring impact reporting to protect workers from potential discrimination and inform future labor protections, aligning with worker rights advancement.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates AI impact reporting for transparency in hiring/business practices, aligning with regulatory oversight for responsible tech use as per indicators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 563: Requires policies for the use of automatic license plate reader systems

Requires the consumer protection division to promulgate a policy governing the use of automatic license plate reader systems by non-law enforcement agencies and non-government entities; requires such non-law enforcement agencies and non-government entities to conspicuously post such policy on their website or in their place of business.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires transparency policies for ALPR use by non-government entities, enhancing data privacy protections through mandated policy posting.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 5175: Requires certain security features and warning labels on baby monitors

Prohibits the manufacture, distribution, sale, or offering for sale of a baby monitor that broadcasts audio or video through an internet connection unless it includes certain security features to prevent unauthorized access; requires a written warning label; provides penalties.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates security features to prevent unauthorized access on internet-connected baby monitors, directly enhancing cybersecurity and data privacy protections for consumers.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 3058: Promotes consumer choice by requiring manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to provide retail sellers with a one through ten repair score that will be displayed to consumers at point of sale

Promotes consumer choice by requiring manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to provide retail sellers with a repair score that will be displayed to consumers at point of sale.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires repair scores for digital equipment to promote consumer choice, aligning with regulating tech companies for consumer protection.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 8816: Relates to providing tenants with the option to execute leases electronically

This bill gives tenants the right to sign leases and rental agreements electronically instead of on paper. It applies to all new leases, renewals, and related documents like notices, making electronic versions legally equivalent to paper copies. Tenants can choose this option when entering or renewing a lease, and landlords must accept it. The law does not cover court documents or legal notices in lawsuits. The bill is currently pending in the Judiciary committee.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects tenant rights by mandating electronic lease validity, allowing tenants to choose digital signing without landlord refusal, aligning with tenant protection indicators.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEnables electronic lease signing, advancing digital transaction adoption as a tech-friendly policy without privacy/security focus80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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