Technology

in committee · New York · Senate May 20, 2026

S 10547: Enacts the lifeline expansion act of 2026

Enacts the lifeline expansion act to require all telephone and wireless providers in the state to offer lifeline service to households at or below two hundred percent of the federal poverty level.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill expands lifeline service to households, enhancing digital equity and internet access for low-income populations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Senate May 29, 2026

S 10600: 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 strict privacy policies for electronic databases, directly protecting data privacy and digital rights.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10428: Relates to fairness in youth sports

Requires youth sports organizations to disclose all total annual costs for participation; deems certain youth sports organization contract provisions invalid; protects data privacy of youth sports organization participants; provides for liability, enforcement, and exemptions.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly mandates protection of data privacy for youth sports participants, aligning with the indicator for supporting technology policies.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10419: Relates to automatic license plate readers

This bill requires state and local law enforcement agencies to create and publicly post a policy governing the use of automatic license plate reader systems. The law mandates that these policies cover specific areas such as permissible uses, data sharing, prohibited activities, how long records are kept, and officer training. Agencies must also make these rules available to the public online or at their main offices, while being allowed to adopt stricter standards than the state minimum. Additionally, the bill directs the relevant council to recommend ongoing training programs for police officers regarding these new procedures. The provisions will officially take effect one year after the bill becomes law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates transparency and accountability in law enforcement data use, protecting civil rights and enhancing oversight.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates transparency and privacy protections for law enforcement data collection, regulating technology use to safeguard civil liberties.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10415: Creates the office of emerging technology and provides for its functions and duties

Creates the office of emerging technology; provides for its functions and duties; requires the office to submit a report to the governor and the legislature.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates a dedicated office for emerging technology, indicating intent to advance and strengthen the sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 10591: Relates to electronic filing for the court of appeals

This bill authorizes the New York Court of Appeals to create rules allowing the electronic filing and service of legal documents for both civil and criminal cases. It specifically permits digital submission of briefs, motions, and other papers while ensuring that unrepresented individuals and certain attorneys are not required to use electronic systems. Before implementing these rules, the court must seek feedback from a wide range of stakeholders, including bar associations, legal service providers, and public defenders. The legislation takes effect on July 1 of the following year, with the court allowed to finalize necessary technical rules immediately.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes digital equity by enabling electronic filing while protecting unrepresented individuals from mandatory digital barriers.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 8, 2026

A 10865: Relates to permitting and regulating marine transportation network companies

This bill regulates marine transportation network companies, commonly known as water-based ride-sharing services, but only in New York areas outside cities with populations of one million or more. It establishes a licensing requirement for these companies and mandates that they carry specific insurance coverage for both their drivers and passengers. The legislation also requires digital platforms to display driver photos, vehicle details, and fare information before trips begin, while prohibiting drivers from accepting cash payments or soliciting passengers at docks. Additionally, the bill mandates criminal background checks for operators and sets rules for record-keeping and financial audits.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates ride-sharing platforms by mandating transparency (displaying driver photos, vehicle details, and fares) and insurance, protecting consumer rights in the digital marketplace.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by mandating insurance, driver photo display, and fare transparency for marine ride-sharing services.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

A 10808: Relates to automatic license plate reader systems

This bill restricts how New York government entities can use automatic license plate reader systems and the data they collect. It generally prohibits their use except for specific purposes such as investigating outstanding warrants, stolen vehicles, missing persons, parking violations, toll collection, and traffic law enforcement. The law also limits data sharing to other government agencies or law enforcement with a valid warrant, requires most captured data to be deleted within 48 hours, and mandates annual public reporting on system usage.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restricts LPR use to specific purposes, mandates data deletion, and limits sharing, enhancing police accountability and protecting civil rights.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill restricts government surveillance via license plate readers to protect individual privacy and limit data collection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Consumer Data Protection

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 5893: Allows prospective and current agency personnel receive certification through remote training methods

This bill allows social services workers, including those in child welfare, to complete required training courses using remote or distance learning methods. It permits counties to adopt local rules enabling their departments to use these online options for specific training needs, provided the courses verify that participants are present and can interact with instructors. The change applies to prospective and current agency personnel involved in foster care, adoption, and preventive services, effective immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables remote training, promoting digital access and adoption of technology in workforce development.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate May 6, 2026

S 10213: Relates to electronic delivery of notices

This bill allows electronic delivery of notices for certain workers' compensation claims, directly affecting insurance companies and claimants involved in property/casualty transactions. Under the new rules, notices can be sent via email or other digital methods to addresses not listed on the policy, provided they follow the state's technology standards for electronic communication. The legislation ensures that these digital notices are legally sufficient and valid for all required purposes within the workers' compensation system.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes digital equity by mandating valid electronic delivery of notices, advancing technology adoption in legal processes.85% confidence

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