Technology

passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 6578: 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 TechnologyMandates AI developers to disclose training data sources, enhancing transparency and consumer protection in AI development per data privacy indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1045: 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 law enforcement biometric surveillance, aligning with civil rights protection and police accountability in criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits biometric surveillance by law enforcement, directly enhancing data privacy protections as a core indicator of support for technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 30, 2025

S 3869: Creates the office of emerging technology and provides for its functions and duties

Creates the office of emerging technology; provides for its functions and duties; requires the office to submit a report to the governor and the legislature.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates dedicated office for emerging technology, indicating proactive advancement of technology policy without restrictions or limitations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1170: Relates to providing a tax credit for the purchase of assistive technology devices

This bill creates a tax credit of up to $500 per year for individuals with disabilities who purchase assistive technology devices. It covers tools like specialized software, adaptive equipment, or modified devices that help improve daily functioning, and allows unused credit to carry over to future tax years. The credit applies to purchases made after January 1, 2025, and directly benefits taxpayers with disabilities seeking accessible technology.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit relief for disability tech purchases, advancing fiscal support for targeted taxpayers under Budget & Taxes policy.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareTax credit for assistive technology improves accessibility and daily functioning for people with disabilities, enhancing healthcare-related access and support.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides tax credit for assistive technology, promoting digital equity and accessibility for people with disabilities through financial support for tech devices.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4506: Enacts the Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for all act

Enacts the "Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for all act"; requires a setting which allows a social media user to turn off algorithmic recommendations and other notifications; prohibits the use of dark patterns to subvert choice or inhibit users from accessing certain mechanisms.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires social media users to opt out of algorithmic feeds and bans dark patterns, enhancing user control over data privacy and consumer protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7896: Relates to the use of an artificial intelligence, algorithm, or other software tool for the purpose of utilization review

Prescribes requirements and safeguards for the use of an artificial intelligence, algorithm, or other software tool for the purpose of utilization review for health and accident insurance.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes safeguards for AI in insurance utilization review, preventing unfair coverage denials and protecting patient access to care.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyPrescribes safeguards for AI/algorithm use in insurance utilization review, protecting consumer data privacy and ensuring responsible tech deployment in healthcare92% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6797: Prohibits data brokers from selling the personal information of current and former military servicemembers

This bill prohibits data brokers from selling the personal information of current or former military members and their households without explicit consent. It defines "data brokers" as companies that collect and sell personal data from people they don't have direct relationships with, and requires clear, affirmative consent for any sale of military-related information. The law specifically bans selling "military servicemember lists" or personal data about military members or their families without permission, applying to businesses operating in New York or targeting New York residents. It excludes certain entities like financial institutions under federal law but directly affects data brokers and military households by restricting commercial use of their personal information.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits unauthorized sale of military data, enhancing privacy protections per bill's explicit consent requirement for data brokers.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill protects veterans' privacy by prohibiting data brokers from selling military members' personal information without consent, directly advancing data protection for this group.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5479: Relates to unauthorized use of a mobile telephone or any data contained therein

This bill clarifies that smartphones and mobile devices are legally defined as "computers" under New York's penal code. It adds a specific definition for "smart phone or mobile device" requiring features like portability, wireless operation, local storage, and built-in power. The change ensures existing laws against unauthorized computer access or data theft automatically apply to smartphones, affecting how such cases are prosecuted. It does not create new penalties but updates legal terminology to cover modern devices.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyClarifies smartphones as 'computers' under penal code, ensuring existing data theft laws apply to mobile devices, strengthening data privacy protections for users.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5434: Establishes the office of consumer data protection and imposes a tax on data controllers and data processors

Enacts the "data economy labor compensation and accountability act"; establishes the office of consumer data protection for the purpose of properly safeguarding personal data; imposes a tax on data controllers and data processors required to register with such office.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes tax on data controllers to fund consumer data protection office, aligning with fiscal responsibility and funding essential regulatory programs.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes data protection office and taxes data controllers to safeguard personal data, advancing privacy protections as per indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8833: Establishes understanding artificial intelligence responsibility act

Establishes understanding artificial intelligence responsibility act requiring developers of covered models to be strictly liable for certain injuries.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires AI developers to be strictly liable for injuries, regulating tech companies for consumer protection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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