Technology

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6866: Increases the excelsior research and development tax credit

S 6866 increases the maximum Excelsior R&D tax credit for non-green projects from 6% to 20% of qualifying New York state research and development expenditures. This bill directly affects businesses participating in New York's Excelsior Jobs program that conduct R&D within the state. The key change allows eligible companies to claim a higher tax credit (up to 20%) on their New York-based R&D spending, while maintaining an 8% cap for green projects or Green CHIPS projects. The credit is calculated based on state R&D expenditures, including related wages, and applies to participants in the Excelsior program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases R&D tax credit from 6% to 20%, providing tax relief to businesses and aligning with fiscal support indicators for tax incentives.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyIncreases R&D tax credit to 20% for non-green tech projects, directly funding innovation in technology sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Tax Incentives

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 17, 2025

A 2237: Relates to prohibiting the procurement of certain technology and products which pose a state or national security risk

Aligns state and local procurement laws with federal law prohibiting the procurement of certain information and communications technology and electronic parts or products which are determined to pose a risk to state and national security.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits procurement of tech posing security risks, aligning with federal cybersecurity measures to enhance state security protections.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 562: Relates to requests for proposals for voting machines

This bill updates New York's process for certifying voting machines and the terms of their purchase contracts. Vendors must pay a fee for the state board of elections to examine machines, which must meet safety and technical standards - including thorough testing of electronic features - before approval. Contracts for approved machines now require vendors to guarantee at least ten years of free maintenance, service, and training for election officials, replacing a previous five-year requirement. These changes directly affect voting machine companies, the state election board, and local election jurisdictions that must use certified equipment.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates thorough testing of electronic features and 10-year maintenance for voting machines, enhancing cybersecurity standards for election technology.90% confidence

Tags Elections

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 27, 2025

S 603: Enacts the "wireless broadband eligible facility permitting act" to provide for uniform regulation of certain wireless facilities

This bill creates a uniform statewide process for approving certain wireless infrastructure upgrades, specifically exempting "eligible modifications" from local zoning and permitting requirements. It directly affects telecom companies seeking to add antennas, replace equipment, or remove old gear on existing towers or base stations (without changing their physical size). Key provisions allow these upgrades to be handled through a simplified municipal building inspector process instead of full zoning reviews, while preserving local authority over new construction and substantial changes. The law defines "eligible" modifications narrowly to exclude height increases exceeding 10% or 10 feet. Municipalities retain power to regulate other aspects of wireless facility siting under existing laws.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyStreamlines wireless infrastructure approvals to expand broadband access, directly advancing technology deployment for internet connectivity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2064: Requires state agencies to make available all public documents in a digital format on their website

Requires state agencies to make available all public documents in a digital format on their website in a manner that allows such documents to be printed; provides that no document required by law to remain confidential shall be deemed a public document.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates digital public document access, enhancing digital equity and online information availability per bill's requirement for state agency digital formats.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Digital Government

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4736: Relates to the "driver's license access and privacy act"

Authorizes the department of motor vehicles to issue standard drivers' licenses; restricts what information can be retained and given out on those applying or holding standard drivers' licenses.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRestricts sharing of license data, limiting state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement - a key indicator for supporting immigrant rights.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRestricts DMV data retention/disclosure, directly protecting personal information privacy per bill's summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 6438: 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 manufacturers to display repair scores for digital devices, promoting consumer choice and right-to-repair, aligning with tech regulation for consumer protection.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8917: Prohibits employers from using workplace surveillance tools to surveil employees in private, off-duty areas or a worker's residence, vehicle or property

Prohibits employers from using workplace surveillance tools to surveil employees in private, off-duty areas or a worker's residence, vehicle or property; defines terms; establishes penalties for violations of such provisions.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits employer surveillance in private off-duty areas, directly protecting workers' privacy rights and strengthening workplace privacy protections.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits employer surveillance in private areas, directly protecting employee data privacy under technology policy.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 6130: Relates to the consumer protection division in the department of state

Requires the consumer protection division to establish a process by which any state agency or third party, pursuant to an interagency agreement with the division for the purposes of fraud prevention, identity verification, and ensuring the integrity or security of individual identities, to grant access to verify New York resident identities via a secure comparison process against state systems.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates secure identity verification process for fraud prevention and identity security, directly enhancing cybersecurity measures under technology policies.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Tags Consumer Protection

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 5455: Requires the office for the prevention of domestic violence provide informational materials on removing an abuser's access to a smart home

Requires the office for the prevention of domestic violence provide informational materials on removing an abuser's access to a smart home and the use of other technology for harassment.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill provides guidance on securing smart home devices to prevent tech-enabled harassment, enhancing data privacy and cybersecurity protections for domestic violence victims.90% confidence

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