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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1779: Establishes an EBT card replacement program

Directs the commissioner of the office of temporary and disability assistance to develop and implement a program to replace all EBT cards issued in the state which utilize magnetic strips with cards that utilize chip technology.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyReplaces insecure magnetic strip EBT cards with secure chip technology, enhancing cybersecurity and data privacy protections95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6196: Relates to the examination of voting machines by the state board of elections

Authorizes the state board of elections to reject the use of voting machines or systems on the grounds that such machines or systems are not proper, safe, or secure.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires voting machines to be secure, directly enhancing cybersecurity as a key technology policy.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 497: Provides for the electronic transmission of certain documents

This bill amends New York's Vehicle and Traffic Law to allow electronic transmission of vehicle title documents, replacing the requirement to "mail" them. It directly affects vehicle owners, lienholders (like banks), and the Department of Motor Vehicles by enabling digital delivery of original titles, duplicate titles, and lien notices. The key change updates definitions and procedures across multiple sections to permit electronic transmission alongside traditional mail, streamlining document delivery without altering title ownership rules.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables electronic transmission of vehicle titles, replacing mail with digital delivery to streamline government services, directly advancing tech adoption in public administration.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3174: Excludes certain actions or omissions from qualifying as unlawful dissemination or publication of an intimate image when such actions are in connection with the reporting of or investigation into unlawful conduct

Excludes certain actions or omissions from qualifying as unlawful dissemination or publication of an intimate image when such actions or omissions are in connection with the reporting of or investigation into potentially unlawful conduct.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects journalists/investigators from liability for disclosing intimate images during lawful reporting, advancing data privacy safeguards by clarifying legal boundaries for legitimate disclosure.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5730: 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 TechnologyMandates PIN authentication for mobile payments above set thresholds, enhancing cybersecurity protections per bill's requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1054: Relates to prohibiting the use of head-mounted portable electronic devices while driving

This bill prohibits drivers from wearing head-mounted portable electronic devices (like Google Glass) while operating any vehicle on public roads, including when temporarily stopped due to traffic. It defines "head-mounted" as devices worn on the head, ears, or nose (e.g., smart glasses) and creates a legal presumption that drivers holding such devices are using them - unless they can prove otherwise. The law applies broadly to all drivers, with specific exceptions for commercial vehicles stopped properly off the road. It amends vehicle and traffic laws to clarify prohibited devices and the circumstances of use.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts use of head-mounted tech devices (e.g., Google Glass) while driving, limiting their application in transportation context.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProhibits distracted driving via head-mounted devices, enhancing road safety standards under transportation regulations. Directly addresses vehicle safety within transportation policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8171: Expands eligibility for participation in the pre-licensing course internet pilot program

Expands eligibility for participation in the pre-licensing course internet pilot program; extends such provisions of law from June 30, 2025 to June 30, 2030.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExpands internet access for pre-licensing courses via pilot program extension, directly advancing internet access as a technology policy goal.90% confidence

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died · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 4713: Designates records and information relating to a patient who has been deceased for a period of fifty years or longer as historic records no longer subject to privacy protections

Designates records and information relating to a patient who has been deceased for a period of fifty years or longer as historic records no longer subject to privacy protections; provides that such provisions shall not be construed as requiring a facility to retain records for any particular length of time.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill removes privacy protections for medical records after 50 years, weakening data privacy (core technology policy area). Explicitly weakens privacy safeguards.95% confidence

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signed · New York · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 8391: Relates to the right of publicity

Relates to the right of publicity; amends the definitions of "deceased performer", "deceased personality" and "digital replica" in relation to the right of publicity; relates to the use of a deceased performer's digital replica without authorization by the applicable right holder.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates unauthorized use of digital replicas (technology) to protect right of publicity, directly addressing digital rights and preventing misuse of digital representations.90% confidence

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2306: Allows for online publication of public notices

This bill allows government entities to publish required public notices online instead of in print newspapers, directly affecting local and state agencies that must legally share information like meetings or permits. It permits online publication in qualified news sites that provide daily general interest news to a specific geographic area and have operated continuously for at least one year. The law removes the requirement to publish in a newspaper while maintaining all other legal standards for the notice itself. This change simplifies notice distribution for government bodies and expands access to the public through digital platforms.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables digital publication of government notices, advancing technology adoption in public administration by replacing print requirements with online platforms.90% confidence

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