Technology (Consumer Data Protection)

passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9267: 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 ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits default surveillance without consent and requires warrants for law enforcement, strengthening data privacy protections for camera devices.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Tags Privacy

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9269: Provides for the protection of health information

Provides for the protection of health information; establishes requirements for communications to individuals about their health information; requires either written consent or a designated necessary purpose for the processing of an individual's health information.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates consent requirements and communication standards for health data, protecting patient privacy rights per healthcare topic definition.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates consent for health data processing, directly aligning with data privacy protections under technology policy indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 5, 2026

S 9131: Relates to data broker regulation

Relates to data broker regulation; prohibits the acquisition of personally identifiable information through fraudulent means; requires a data broker to develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive information security program; requires data brokers operating in the state of New York to register with the attorney general.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits fraudulent data acquisition, mandates security programs, and requires registration - strengthening data privacy protections for consumers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity

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passed · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 10132: Enacts the "connected consumer product end of life disclosure act"

Enacts the "connected consumer product end of life disclosure act", relating to requiring manufacturers of connected consumer products to disclose for how long they will provide technical support, security updates, or bug fixes for the software, hardware, or firmware necessary for the product to securely function.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires manufacturers to disclose security update periods for connected devices, enhancing cybersecurity and consumer protection through transparency.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 8641: Provides website and mobile application users the right to refuse non-essential cookies

Provides website and mobile application users the right to refuse non-essential cookies; prevents operators from making additional requests for the use of non-essential cookies.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill grants users explicit control over non-essential cookies, directly protecting data privacy by preventing forced tracking requests.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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passed · New York · Assembly Jan 29, 2026

K 898: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 26-30, 2026, as Data Privacy Week in the State of New York

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) requesting Governor Hochul to officially recognize January 26-30, 2026, as "Data Privacy Week" in New York State. It does not create new legal requirements or affect any specific group, but asks the Governor to align with the existing national observance of Data Privacy Week. The resolution emphasizes raising public awareness about data privacy practices and protecting personal information. It follows the National Cyber Security Alliance's annual campaign, which focuses on educating individuals and businesses about privacy protections. The resolution was adopted by the Assembly on January 29, 2026.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCeremonial resolution promoting data privacy awareness aligns with national observance, emphasizing protection of personal information without legal mandates.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 21, 2026

S 8952: Relates to disclosures by sellers of digital goods

Prohibits a seller of a digital good from advertising or offering for sale a digital good to a purchaser with the terms "buy," "purchase," or any other term which a reasonable person would understand to confer an unrestricted ownership interest in the digital good, or alongside an option for a time-limited rental, unless the seller receives at the time of each transaction an affirmative acknowledgment from the purchaser, or the seller provides to the consumer before executing each transaction a clear and conspicuous statement.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyPrevents misleading ownership claims in digital sales, enhancing consumer transparency and digital rights protection through mandatory disclosures.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 9642: Requires the registration of data brokers and establishing a data deletion mechanism for consumers

Requires the registration of data brokers; imposes regulations upon data brokers; establishes a data deletion mechanism for consumers; imposes penalties upon data brokers for violations of the law.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires data broker registration, consumer deletion rights, and penalties - directly strengthening data privacy protections under technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9088: Requires the registration of data brokers and establishing a data deletion mechanism for consumers

Requires the registration of data brokers; imposes regulations upon data brokers; establishes a data deletion mechanism for consumers; imposes penalties upon data brokers for violations of the law.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates data brokers with consumer deletion rights, enhancing data privacy protections per bill's core requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 8850: Establishes the NY digital choice act requiring social media companies to provide covered users with a copy of the covered user's social graph at the request of the covered user

Establishes the NY digital choice act requiring social media companies to provide covered users with a copy of the covered user's social graph at the request of the covered user; defines terms; provides requirements for the interoperability of covered users' data; grants the attorney general the authority to promulgate rules and regulations and enforce such provisions.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires social media companies to provide users with their social graph data, enhancing data portability and user control over personal information.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Social Media

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