Technology (Consumer Data Protection)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4065: Requires social media networks to verify the age of account holders

This bill requires social media platforms to verify the age of all account holders (new and existing) using a third-party vendor. Social media networks must complete verification within 30 days of account creation for new users or within 30 days of a user's first access attempt after the law takes effect for existing accounts. If verification isn't completed within the timeframe, platforms must deny access to the account until it's resolved. The Consumer Protection Division will establish specific verification methods, data security standards, and rules for handling age-related information collected during compliance.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires age verification for social media, advancing data privacy protections for minors through consumer-focused regulation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Online Safety Social Media

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passed · New York · Senate May 14, 2026

S 7713: Restricts the use of automatic license plate reader information

Prohibits automatic license plate reader users from selling, sharing, allowing access to, or transferring automatic license plate reader information to any state or local jurisdiction for the purpose of investigating or enforcing a law that denies or interferes with a person's right to choose or obtain reproductive health care services or any lawful health care services.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts law enforcement data use to protect reproductive health care access, aligning with civil rights protections in criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prohibits using license plate data to enforce laws restricting reproductive healthcare access, directly protecting patient rights in healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRestricts sharing of ALPR data to prevent misuse in health care enforcement, directly strengthening data privacy protections under technology policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4875: Requires manufacturers to provide access to motor vehicle data to motor vehicle owners and designees

Requires manufacturers to provide access to motor vehicle data to motor vehicle owners and designees; provides certain exceptions; repeals upon enactment of similar federal legislation.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires vehicle data access for owners, aligning with data privacy protections under technology policy. Mandates manufacturer transparency without restricting consumer rights.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 25, 2026

S 5609: Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance technology by law enforcement; establishes the biometric surveillance regulation task force; and provides for the expiration and repeal of certain provisions

Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance technology by law enforcement; establishes the biometric surveillance regulation task force; provides for the expiration and repeal of certain provisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits invasive biometric surveillance by law enforcement, aligning with civil rights protections and accountability in criminal justice reform.92% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyProhibits law enforcement use of biometric surveillance technology, restricting a privacy-invasive tech application per topic focus on data privacy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1447: Relates to the use of facial recognition and biometric information for determining probable cause

Prohibits the use of facial recognition and biometric information as the sole factor in determining the existence of probable cause to place in custody or arrest an individual.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits facial recognition as sole factor for probable cause, protecting civil rights and preventing misuse in arrests - aligns with reform goals.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits sole use of facial recognition for probable cause, enhancing data privacy protections by restricting biometric surveillance in law enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Emerging Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3044: Relates to enacting the NY privacy 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 TechnologyBill mandates corporate transparency in data handling and consumer data access rights, strengthening privacy protections under NY privacy act95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8158: Relates to enacting the NY privacy 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 TechnologyRequires companies to disclose data de-identification methods and consumer data sharing entities, strengthening privacy protections per NY Privacy Act.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8598: Relates to recovery of online accounts for mobile telephones

Requires that businesses that provide consumers with online accounts to access services accounts for mobile telephones using proper identification if the business has a physical presence in this state.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires businesses to allow account recovery with ID, enhancing consumer access to digital services and aligning with digital rights protection.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1157: Imposes a five-day time limit during which to disclose a breach in the security of a system

A 1157 (2025) requires businesses handling New York residents' personal data - such as names, Social Security numbers, or financial details - to notify affected individuals within five days of discovering a security breach, replacing a previous 30-day deadline. This applies to any breach involving "private information" stored in computerized systems. The law maintains existing exceptions for law enforcement investigations but shortens the disclosure window significantly. The bill amends New York's general business law to enforce this faster notification requirement.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyShortens breach notification from 30 to 5 days, strengthening data privacy protections for New York residents under cybersecurity requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4860: Establishes the New York Data Protection Act

Establishes the New York Data Protection Act; requires government entities and contractors to disclose certain personal information collected about individuals.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires government entities to disclose personal data collected, enhancing data privacy protections per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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