Technology

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2487: Enacts the New York artificial intelligence ethics commission act

S 2487 establishes the New York Artificial Intelligence Ethics Commission to oversee ethical AI use within the state. The commission, composed of nine members appointed by state leaders, sets guidelines for AI development and deployment, reviews projects for compliance, handles complaints, and certifies ethical AI systems. It directly affects New York state agencies and private companies operating in the state that use AI, prohibiting discriminatory practices, unauthorized surveillance, privacy violations, and deceptive AI use. The commission can impose fines or injunctions for violations and must submit annual reports to the governor and legislature. This bill creates concrete oversight mechanisms to ensure AI systems comply with ethical standards before deployment.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes a commission to oversee ethical AI use, set guidelines, and prohibit discriminatory practices and unauthorized surveillance, protecting data privacy and digital rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4938: Relates to requiring free internet service in households with students who live at or below the poverty level

Requires free internet service in households with students who live at or below the poverty level; directs broadband companies to install and/or upgrade broadband services in educational facilities.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires free internet for low-income students and upgrades school broadband, expanding digital access to education95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill expands internet access for low-income students and upgrades broadband in educational facilities, directly promoting digital equity within the technology topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Broadband Access Telecommunications

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passed · New York · Assembly Jan 28, 2025

K 57: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 27-31, 2025, as Data Privacy Week in the State of New York

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill) requesting Governor Hochul to proclaim January 27-31, 2025, as Data Privacy Week in New York. It aims to raise public awareness about protecting personal data online and encourages responsible data practices by businesses, aligning with National Data Privacy Week. The resolution does not create new laws or regulations - it simply asks the Governor to issue a formal proclamation recognizing the week. It directly affects all New Yorkers by promoting education on data privacy through state-level recognition.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill aims to raise public awareness about protecting personal data online and encourages responsible data practices, directly supporting data privacy within the Technology topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 679: Establishes the affordable housing broadband assistance grant program

Establishes the affordable housing broadband assistance grant program within the division of broadband access to support no-cost and/or discounted subscriptions for households receiving federal, state, or local housing assistance or residing in housing units designated for low-income and/or vulnerable populations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates state-funded grant program for broadband access in low-income housing, allocating budget resources to support essential services per funding indicators.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds broadband assistance for low-income housing residents, advancing affordable housing access through direct support to designated housing units.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill establishes a grant program to provide no-cost/discounted broadband subscriptions, directly expanding internet access for low-income populations and promoting digital equity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Broadband Access Telecommunications

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failed · New York · Assembly May 5, 2026

A 9091: Requires search engines inform users when showing information which was generated using artificial intelligence

This New York bill (A 9091) requires search engines to clearly disclose when information displayed to users was generated by artificial intelligence. Specifically, search engines must place a plain-language notice directly above AI-generated content and as a watermark across it, using the same font size as the content itself. The law applies to all search engines operating in New York, directly affecting how users interact with search results. Violations carry civil penalties of up to $5,000 per incident, and the bill takes effect 90 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill A 9091 regulates search engines by requiring transparency for AI-generated content, protecting digital rights and consumers using technology.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6567: Prohibits the use of cell-site simulators by law enforcement officers

S 6567 prohibits New York law enforcement agencies and officers from using cell-site simulators - devices that mimic cell towers to track phones without warrants. It directly affects residents whose phone data could be collected without legal authorization and law enforcement agencies operating in New York. The bill creates a private right to sue for violations, allowing affected individuals to seek $5,000 per violation or actual damages, plus attorney fees. Evidence obtained using these devices is inadmissible in court, and the law defines prohibited surveillance technology broadly to include such devices. The measure takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits warrantless cell-site simulator use by police, protecting Fourth Amendment rights and enhancing law enforcement accountability - core criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyS 6567 prohibits unauthorized use of cell-site simulators to track phones, directly protecting citizens' data privacy and digital rights from technological misuse.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts

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passed · New York · Assembly Jan 28, 2026

A 3361: Creates a temporary state commission to study and investigate how to regulate artificial intelligence, robotics and automation

Creates a temporary state commission to study and investigate how to regulate artificial intelligence, robotics and automation; repeals such commission.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates a commission to study how to regulate AI, robotics, and automation, indicating a proactive approach to ensure responsible development and integration of technology.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8524: Relates to enacting the NY data protection act

Enacts the New York privacy act to require companies to disclose their methods of de-identifying personal information, to place special safeguards around data sharing and to allow consumers to obtain the names of all entities with whom their information is shared.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill enacts a privacy act, requiring companies to disclose data methods and placing safeguards around data sharing, directly protecting data privacy and regulating tech companies for consumer benefit.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1342: Requires the collection of oaths of responsible use from users of certain generative or surveillance advanced artificial intelligence systems

Requires the collection of oaths of responsible use from users of certain generative or surveillance advanced artificial intelligence systems by the operators of such systems, and transmission of such oaths to the attorney general.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires operators of advanced AI to collect oaths of responsible use, indicating a regulatory effort to ensure ethical and safe use of technology, aligning with consumer/digital rights protection.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 924: Relates to broadband mapping and expansion of such service

Requires the Empire State Development corporation's broadband program office to assist in the provision and expansion of broadband internet access service and to address inequities in the availability of such service.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill explicitly aims to expand broadband internet access and address inequities in its availability, directly supporting the 'Technology' topic by enhancing connectivity and digital equity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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