Technology

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 2, 2026

A 10360: Enacts the "NY broadband resiliency, public safety and quality act"

Enacts the "NY broadband resiliency, public safety and quality act" to provide for oversight of the resiliency, public safety and quality of broadband and voice over internet protocol service.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes oversight for broadband resiliency, public safety, and quality, enhancing internet infrastructure and security standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Senate May 13, 2026

S 9401: Requires the department of health to facilitate the exchange of data between the state prescription drug program and electronic health records

Directs the commissioner of health shall promulgate regulations allowing for any electronic health records integration vendor to obtain state approval to facilitate interoperability between the prescription monitoring program registry and certified electronic health records systems that can connect with any national data sharing hub.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves healthcare interoperability by enabling data exchange between prescription programs and electronic health records, enhancing patient care coordination and safety.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes interoperability between health data systems and electronic health records, enhancing digital health infrastructure and data exchange capabilities.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 17, 2026

S 9483: Relates to the accessibility of consumer financial data and the prohibition of fees for the transfer of such data to authorized parties

This New York bill, known as the New York Financial Data Rights Act, gives consumers and small businesses the right to access their financial data from banks and other financial institutions in a secure, electronic format that can be easily transferred to other systems. It requires financial institutions to provide this data, which includes transaction history, account balances, and payment information, without charging any fees for access or transfer. The law also establishes rules for third parties authorized to request data on behalf of consumers, mandates security standards for data sharing, and creates enforcement mechanisms through the state's financial services superintendent.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes digital rights by enabling secure data access and transfer, protecting consumer financial data privacy, and preventing fee barriers to technology-enabled financial services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 3, 2026

A 10383: Directs the department of health to study and plan for integrating blockchain technology into health care platforms

Directs the department of health to study and plan for integrating blockchain technology into the New York State of Health Marketplace and the Statewide Health Information Network for New York (SHIN-NY) to improve interoperability and efficiency across these platforms; requires reporting; allows for public comment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill aims to improve interoperability and efficiency in healthcare platforms through blockchain integration, enhancing system performance.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly directs integration of blockchain technology to improve interoperability and efficiency in healthcare platforms, advancing technological adoption.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 10, 2026

S 9417: Enacts the "stopping abuse and fraud enabled by (SAFE) platforms act"

Enacts the "stopping abuse and fraud enabled by (SAFE) platforms act"; requires a mechanism for users to report fraudulent content; prohibits platforms recommending, promoting, curating, prioritizing, or displaying fraudulent content for delivery to a user if it knows or has reason to know that the content is fraudulent.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens cybersecurity and consumer protection by requiring platforms to report fraudulent content and prohibiting promotion of known fraudulent material.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Social Media

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9508: 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 enhances cybersecurity by mandating security features on internet-connected baby monitors to prevent unauthorized access, protecting consumer data privacy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Online Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 20, 2026

A 10687: Enacts the consumer camera privacy act

Prohibits manufacturers or operators of networked camera devices to enable coordinated surveillance features on such devices as a default feature without first obtaining affirmative opt-in consent from the owner; requires disclosure of data rights for owners of such devices; prohibits coordinated surveillance features to be disclosed to law enforcement without a warrant; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects civil rights by limiting warrantless surveillance and requiring opt-in consent, enhancing privacy protections against law enforcement overreach.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects consumer privacy by restricting default surveillance features and requiring consent, aligning with data privacy protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Tags Privacy

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passed both · New York · Assembly May 29, 2026

A 10424: Ensures the public has virtual access to public service commission proceedings and may file documents electronically

This bill requires the Public Service Commission to allow virtual attendance for public proceedings related to gas, electric, water utilities, and settlement negotiations, while still permitting in-person participation. It also mandates that the commission and administrative law judges accept all documents electronically, eliminating the need for physical copies unless electronic submission is not feasible. The changes apply to all formal and informal matters before the commission, including hearings, rulemaking, and rate proceedings, with limited virtual access restrictions for confidential settlement negotiations.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes digital access by enabling virtual public proceedings and electronic document filing, advancing technology adoption in government processes.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 31, 2026

S 9646: Enacts the "New York Determining Obligations and Guaranteeing Enforcement (DOGE) in Government Contracting Act"

Directs the department of economic development, in conjunction with the empire state development corporation, to review all contracts entered into or overseen or enforced by the department of economic development and/or the empire state development corporation relating to the leasing of state-owned premises to private parties for the production, manufacture and/or development of solar shingle products, electric vehicle charging networks, advanced driver-assistance systems, and/or supercomputer hardware and to identify and eliminate fraud, abuse or waste by private parties.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes solar shingle products and electric vehicle charging networks, advancing renewable energy and clean energy infrastructure development.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes development of solar shingles, EV charging networks, advanced driver-assistance systems, and supercomputers through state contracts.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes electric vehicle charging networks, advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure75% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Solar Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10561: Enacts the "stopping abuse and fraud enabled by (SAFE) platforms act"

Enacts the "stopping abuse and fraud enabled by (SAFE) platforms act"; requires a mechanism for users to report fraudulent content; prohibits platforms recommending, promoting, curating, prioritizing, or displaying fraudulent content for delivery to a user if it knows or has reason to know that the content is fraudulent.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens cybersecurity and consumer protection by requiring platforms to prevent fraudulent content, enhancing digital safety and trust in technology ecosystems.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Social Media Tags Consumer Protection

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