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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4049: Directs a pilot program for the use of digital license plates

This bill creates a two-year pilot program in New York allowing vehicle owners to use digital license plates instead of traditional metal plates. The program requires the motor vehicle commissioner to establish rules covering safety standards, privacy protections, product design, approval processes, and data security for digital plate companies. Digital plates must display registration details clearly at 100 feet and follow specific size and color limitations. The program includes a mandatory review after one year and a full report to the legislature within 18 months, after which the law expires.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates privacy protections and data security rules for digital plates, directly supporting data privacy in technology deployment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1333: Relates to quality standards for internet service providers

Directs the public service commission to establish quality of service standards, minimum performance levels, customer-specific credits, and reporting requirements that shall apply to each internet service provider.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates ISP quality standards, minimum performance, and customer credits, enhancing internet service reliability and consumer protection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 917: Enacts the "credit for rural broadband act"

Enacts the "credit for rural broadband act"; provides for a refundable tax credit for costs paid for new construction of new broadband networks to residences and small businesses located in rural, unserved areas.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides refundable tax credit for rural broadband construction, offering tax relief to small businesses/residences in underserved areas, advancing fiscal support for infrastructure development.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides tax credit for rural broadband infrastructure, directly expanding internet access in unserved areas, aligning with technology policy goals of digital equity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Broadband Access Telecommunications Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7106: Relates to the regulation of fifth generation (5G) telecommunications towers in cities with a population of one million or more

Prohibits the placement of fifth generation (5G) telecommunications towers within 250 feet of a business or residence in cities with a population of one million or more without the owner's consent; requires community board approval and the completion of a city environmental quality review before the placement of any 5G tower can be approved.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts 5G tower deployment near residences/businesses without consent, requiring community approvals and environmental reviews, limiting infrastructure expansion for internet access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 15, 2026

S 7033: Enacts the preventing algorithmic pricing discrimination act

This bill requires businesses to disclose when prices are set by algorithms using a customer's personal data, mandating a clear notice: "THIS PRICE WAS SET BY AN ALGORITHM USING YOUR PERSONAL DATA." It also bans using protected characteristics (like race, gender, or age) to set prices for goods or services, preventing discriminatory pricing. The law applies to most businesses but excludes insurers and financial services (e.g., credit cards, loans). Violations can result in civil penalties of up to $1,000 per violation.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates disclosure of algorithmic pricing using personal data and bans discriminatory pricing based on protected characteristics, enhancing data privacy protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1332: Relates to creating a state office of algorithmic innovation

Creates a state office of algorithmic innovation to set policies and standards to ensure algorithms are safe, effective, fair, and ethical, and that the state is conducive to promoting algorithmic innovation.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates office to set standards for safe, fair, ethical algorithms while promoting innovation - directly aligns with regulating tech for consumer protection and ethical use.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection Emerging Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7269: Relates to the security of connected devices

This bill requires manufacturers selling connected devices (like smart home gadgets or wearables) in New York to include reasonable security features. It mandates that security measures must be appropriate for the device's function and the data it handles, specifically to prevent unauthorized access, hacking, or data breaches. Key provisions include requiring unique default passwords or forcing users to set new login credentials during first use. The law explicitly excludes federal-regulated devices, HIPAA-covered health devices, third-party apps, and user modifications to device software. It does not create private lawsuits but grants enforcement authority solely to the Attorney General.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates security features like unique passwords to prevent breaches, directly enhancing cybersecurity and data privacy protections for connected devices.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 193: Relates to creating a cyber security enhancement fund and restricting the use of taxpayer moneys in paying ransoms

Creates a cyber security enhancement fund to be used for the purpose of upgrading cyber security in local governments, including but not limited to, villages, towns and cities with a population of one million or less; restricts the use of taxpayer moneys in paying ransoms in response to ransomware attacks.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates cybersecurity fund for local governments (funding essential program) and restricts ransom payments (fiscal responsibility).95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates cyber security fund for local gov upgrades and restricts ransom payments, directly enhancing cybersecurity protections per topic indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3125: Relates to the use of automated decision tools by landlords for making housing decisions

This bill requires landlords using automated tools to screen housing applicants to conduct annual bias checks by independent auditors, ensuring the tools don't disproportionately harm protected groups like racial minorities or women. Landlords must publicly share summary results of these checks on their websites before using the tools and notify applicants about how the tools work, what data they use, and denial reasons. It directly affects landlords who deploy such technology and housing applicants whose applications are processed by these systems. The law mandates transparency about tool usage and provides applicants a 24-hour window to request human review if denied. Violations may trigger investigations by the attorney general.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires bias checks for automated tenant screening to prevent discrimination against protected groups, strengthening tenant protections and preventing housing discrimination.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires bias audits for AI housing tools to prevent discrimination, enhancing data privacy and digital rights protections for applicants.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1813: Relates to collection, storage or transmission of personal information collected from smart home systems

Requires express and affirmative consent prior to collection, storage or transmittal of any personal information obtained from the installation or use of a smart home connected system by certain persons.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires express consent for smart home data collection, strengthening privacy protections per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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