Technology

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 28, 2025

S 778: Relates to online dating services

S 778 regulates online dating services in New York by setting consumer protections and pricing limits. It caps two-year membership costs at $1,000 (with exceptions for one-year contracts), bans requiring ancillary services (like photo sessions) as a condition of use, and mandates a minimum number of matches per month for paid accounts over $25. If services fail to deliver the promised matches for two consecutive months, users can cancel and receive a refund (minus a small fee for services provided). The bill also grants a three-day cooling-off period for cancellations without penalty and requires dating platforms to return or destroy user data upon contract end.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates online dating services (tech) with consumer protections: price caps, mandatory matches, refund policy - aligns with tech regulation for consumer safety.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4991: Prohibits the use of an algorithmic device by a landlord for the purpose of determining the amount of rent to charge a residential tenant

Prohibits the use of an algorithmic device by a landlord for the purpose of determining the amount of rent to charge a residential tenant; declares that such use is an unfair or deceptive trade practice.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits algorithmic rent setting, preventing potential unfair pricing and protecting tenants from deceptive practices under housing tenant protection policies.92% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits algorithmic rent setting, protecting tenants from deceptive tech-driven practices under consumer protection regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4355: Relates to the regulation and licensing of on-demand pay providers

This bill establishes new regulations for on-demand pay providers in New York, which allow workers to access earned wages before their regular payday. It specifically distinguishes between "employer-integrated" providers (those working directly with employers) and "non-verified" providers (those not tied to employers). Employer-integrated providers must register with the superintendent, disclose fees clearly, and follow strict rules about user rights and data privacy, but are not treated as lenders. Non-verified providers, however, are regulated as lenders under loan laws and cannot charge more than 10% annual interest on advances. The law applies directly to workers who use these services and the companies offering them in New York.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRegulates on-demand pay providers to ensure fee transparency and protect worker rights/data privacy, advancing access to earned wages without exploitation.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates strict data privacy rules for employer-integrated on-demand pay providers, explicitly addressing data privacy as part of technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8813: Relates to the regulation of business involving virtual currencies

This bill requires businesses operating virtual currency services in New York State to obtain a license from the state superintendent. It directly affects exchanges, wallet providers, and other businesses buying, selling, or storing virtual currency for others, but exempts regular consumers, merchants using virtual currency for purchases, and banks already approved for such activities. Key provisions include mandatory licensing, cybersecurity and anti-money laundering programs, capital requirements, consumer protection rules, and strict reporting for handling customer assets. The law defines virtual currency broadly while excluding gaming tokens and rewards programs. It creates a regulatory framework specifically for businesses operating within New York State.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates cybersecurity programs and licensing for virtual currency businesses, enhancing security standards in digital finance.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 5, 2026

A 222: Relates to liability for misleading, incorrect, contradictory or harmful information provided to a user by a chatbot

Imposes liability for misleading, incorrect, contradictory or harmful information to a user by a chatbot that results in financial loss or other demonstrable harm.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill imposes liability on chatbots for harmful information causing financial loss, regulating tech companies for consumer protection as an indicator of support.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 17, 2025

S 2431: Relates to ensuring the privacy of name change actions and of sex designation change actions; repealer

Requires the office of court administration, clerks, and all other records custodians to develop policies and procedures to ensure no identifying information or documentation relating to name change actions or sex designation change actions is visible or retrievable in any electronic database maintained by the state of New York or a subdivision thereof.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates privacy protections for sensitive personal data in state databases, aligning with data privacy indicators.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7231: Requires mobile applications on cell phones, smart phones, and tablets that offer a subscription service provide an option to cancel the subscription on its application

Requires mobile applications on cell phones, smart phones and tablets that offer a subscription service provide an option to cancel the subscription on its application and have the option posted in a clear and conspicuous format.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires clear subscription cancellation in apps, enhancing consumer control over digital services - aligns with consumer protection in tech regulation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3359: Relates to the crime of computer tampering in the third degree

Adds that a person is guilty of computer tampering in the third degree when they intentionally enter or alter in any manner or destroy computer material indicating that a person did or did not receive a vaccination that is reported to the New York state immunization information system or the New York city immunization registry.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization by creating new offense for tampering with vaccination data, increasing legal penalties without reform elements.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCriminalizes tampering with vaccination data systems, enhancing cybersecurity and data integrity protections for health information.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 13, 2026

A 3121: Prohibits residential landlords from charging tenants with fees for the payment of rent through an automated clearing house or online payment system

This bill prohibits residential landlords in New York from charging tenants fees for using electronic rent payment methods like online systems or automated clearing house (ACH) transfers. It requires landlords to offer at least one fee-free payment option, such as cash or personal checks, and bans any agreement where tenants waive these rights. Landlords cannot force tenants to use electronic payments exclusively or charge fees for choosing not to use them. The law applies directly to residential landlords and their tenants, ensuring no added costs for common digital payment methods.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlord fees for electronic rent payments, protecting tenants from additional costs and ensuring fee-free options, strengthening tenant rights in housing affordability.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBans fees for electronic rent payments, enabling accessible digital transaction methods without financial barriers to technology use.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 5807: Requires any website or mobile application associated with an electronic benefit transfer system to be offered in the twelve most common non-English languages

Requires any website or mobile application associated with an electronic benefit transfer system to be offered in the twelve most common non-English languages spoken by limited-English proficient individuals in the state, based on data in the most recent American Community Survey published by the United States Census Bureau.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires language access for EBT services, aiding immigrant integration and access to benefits for limited-English proficient individuals.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires multilingual digital access for benefit systems, promoting digital equity and accessibility for non-English speakers, aligning with digital rights indicators.85% confidence

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