Technology

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9661: Relates to peer-to-peer mobile payment service security

Directs every peer-to-peer mobile service to require users to create a personal identification code associated with the user's account that is required to be used when certain actions are taken and to require users to set a monetary amount for intended transfers above which the use of a personal identification number will be required to authenticate the user's identity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates security measures like PINs for mobile payments, enhancing cybersecurity and protecting consumer data privacy.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9794: Relates to requiring disclosure of use of generative artificial intelligence in a civil action

Requires certification of filings produced using generative artificial intelligence; requires the brief of an appellant to contain a disclosure of the use of generative artificial intelligence in the drafting of the brief and certification that the content therein was reviewed and verified by a human.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates human review and disclosure of AI use, protecting legal integrity and consumer trust in AI-generated content.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 8641: Provides website and mobile application users the right to refuse non-essential cookies

Provides website and mobile application users the right to refuse non-essential cookies; prevents operators from making additional requests for the use of non-essential cookies.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill grants users explicit control over non-essential cookies, directly protecting data privacy by preventing forced tracking requests.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 7263: Imposes liability for damages caused by a chatbot impersonating certain licensed professionals

This bill requires chatbot operators to clearly disclose when users are interacting with an AI system, prohibits chatbots from impersonating licensed professionals (such as doctors or lawyers), and makes operators liable for damages if users suffer harm due to such impersonation. It directly affects businesses deploying chatbots that provide professional advice, mandating clear notices and banning deceptive practices like claiming to be a human expert. Violators face civil liability for actual damages, plus legal fees if the violation was intentional. The law would take effect 90 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates AI disclosure and bans deceptive impersonation by chatbots to prevent consumer harm, directly regulating tech for consumer protection.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 10227: Requires policies for the use of automatic license plate reader systems

Requires the consumer protection division to promulgate a policy governing the use of automatic license plate reader systems by non-law enforcement agencies and non-government entities; requires such non-law enforcement agencies and non-government entities to conspicuously post such policy on their website or in their place of business.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances police accountability by regulating ALPR use by non-law enforcement entities and requiring public policy transparency.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates policies for license plate reader use by non-law enforcement, enhancing data privacy and consumer protection in the digital surveillance context.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 8706: Requires covered businesses to annually report to the department of labor regarding the impact of artificial intelligence on hiring and the nature of artificial intelligence use

Requires covered businesses to annually report to the department of labor regarding the impact of artificial intelligence on hiring and the nature of artificial intelligence use for the previous year; requires the department of labor to file an annual report on the impact of artificial intelligence on hiring and the nature of artificial intelligence use in the state; establishes penalties for covered business that fail to submit such reports.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires AI hiring impact reporting to monitor workplace practices, enabling proactive labor protection against AI-driven employment risks85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates AI transparency in hiring reports to monitor impacts, aligning with regulatory oversight for responsible tech use and worker protection.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 3394: Enacts the ceasing repeated and extremely egregious predatory (CREEP) behavior act

This bill creates a new legal framework for anti-stalking orders to protect victims from repeated, severe harassment. It directly affects stalking victims (petitioners) and alleged stalkers (respondents) by establishing specific court procedures for obtaining protective orders. Key provisions require courts to issue orders prohibiting contact (including digital communication), surveillance, remote control of connected devices (like smart home systems), and proximity to victims' homes or workplaces. The law defines "stalking" broadly to include numerous offenses under existing penal codes, such as harassment, assault, and unauthorized sharing of intimate images. These orders can be issued quickly without notice for immediate threats, with final orders requiring a court hearing.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates legal framework for anti-stalking protective orders, enhancing victim protection and procedural safeguards in criminal justice system95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits digital communication, surveillance, and remote device control (smart home systems) to protect stalking victims, directly enhancing data privacy and digital rights protections.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 6955: Establishes the artificial intelligence training data transparency act

Establishes the artificial intelligence training data transparency act requiring developers of generative artificial intelligence models or services to post on the developer's website information regarding the data used by the developer to train the generative artificial intelligence model or service, including a high-level summary of the datasets used in the development of such system or service.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill regulates AI developers, requiring transparency about training data. This aligns with consumer protection and digital rights within the technology domain.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 5437: 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 instead of attending in-person classes. It authorizes counties to adopt local rules permitting this remote format for most training requirements, provided the online courses verify that participants are present and can interact with instructors. The change applies to prospective and current personnel involved in foster care, adoption, and preventive services, effective immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes digital equity by expanding access to remote training, strengthening technology adoption in workforce development.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 5473: Requires certain disclosures in advertisements involving virtual tokens

Requires certain disclosures by a developer of virtual tokens in advertisements involving such virtual tokens; provides restrictions concerning advertising.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires developer disclosures for virtual token ads, regulating advertising to protect consumers from deceptive practices, aligning with consumer protection in tech regulation.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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