Technology

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1205: Establishes the position of chief artificial intelligence officer

Establishes the position of chief artificial intelligence officer and such person's functions, powers and duties; including, but not limited to, developing statewide artificial intelligence policies and governance, coordinating the activities of any and all state departments, boards, commissions, agencies and authorities performing any functions using artificial intelligence tools; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates dedicated AI governance role to develop policies and coordinate state AI use, advancing structured oversight of technology implementation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4394: Establishes criteria for the sale of automated employment decision tools

This bill establishes rules for companies using AI tools to make key hiring, promotion, or termination decisions. It directly affects "deployers" (employers using these tools) and "developers" (companies creating them), requiring both to conduct annual impact assessments. Key provisions mandate documenting data usage, assessing discrimination risks, implementing safeguards, and maintaining transparency about how the tools function. Deployers must verify tools align with their intended purpose, while developers must disclose limitations and evaluation methods before selling tools. The law aims to prevent biased outcomes by requiring proactive risk management for AI-driven employment decisions.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates anti-discrimination assessments and transparency for AI hiring tools, preventing biased employment decisions and protecting workers' rights.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates impact assessments, anti-discrimination checks, and transparency for AI hiring tools, regulating deployment to protect workers from biased algorithms per consumer protection indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Gig Economy Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1779: Includes broadband access in the scoring and ranking criteria of the New York State low-income housing tax credit program

Bill A 1779 amends the New York State low-income housing tax credit program. It requires that the scoring and ranking criteria for project applications include a preference for broadband access. Specifically, projects that commit to using end-to-end fiber-optic architecture for delivering broadband service will receive a preference during evaluation. This bill directly affects developers applying for these tax credits and aims to encourage the inclusion of advanced internet infrastructure in new low-income housing developments.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill modifies low-income housing tax credit program to prioritize broadband access in project scoring, enhancing housing development standards for affordable housing projects.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates preference for fiber broadband infrastructure in housing tax credit projects, directly expanding internet access for low-income communities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Broadband Access

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1342: Establishes a commission to study and report on the potential implementation of legislation, rules and regulations for an open internet for New Yorkers

Establishes a commission to study and report on the potential implementation of legislation, rules and regulations for an open internet for New Yorkers.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates commission to study open internet legislation, directly supporting digital equity and internet access policies per topic description.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6873: Relates to the use of voice recognition features on certain products

This bill requires companies selling voice-enabled devices (like smart speakers, TVs, or children's toys) to clearly inform users during setup that the device may record voice data. It bans companies from selling or using these voice recordings for advertising, whether the recordings are collected by the device manufacturer or a third party. The law also protects manufacturers from liability for third-party apps users choose to install. Violations can result in fines up to $2,500 per incident, enforced by New York's Attorney General. The bill directly affects device manufacturers and users of voice-recognition technology in New York.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires disclosure of voice recording, bans use of recordings for advertising, and protects user data privacy - clear consumer protection measure in tech regulation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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died · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6767: Relates to artificial intelligence companion models

Prohibits the provision of an artificial intelligence companion to a user unless such artificial intelligence companion contains a protocol for addressing possible suicidal ideation or self-harm expressed by a user, possible physical harm to others expressed by a user, and possible financial harm to others expressed by a user; requires certain notifications to certain users regarding crisis service providers and the non-human nature of such companion models.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates safety protocols for AI companions to address user harm, aligning with consumer protection regulations in digital rights and data privacy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8470: Enacts the Robocall Identification and Notification for Guarding consumers Act

Requires voice service providers to display the level of STIR/SHAKEN authentication on incoming calls in an way understandable by the general public; requires voice service providers to file annual reports with the public service commission.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates STIR/SHAKEN authentication display for robocall identification, enhancing cybersecurity and consumer protection against fraudulent calls.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4937: Relates to certain economic development programs

Relates to certain economic development programs; requires reporting on the use of fiber-optic technology in certain economic development grant programs; adds access to high-speed broadband internet service as consideration in certain competitive grant projects.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates fiber-optic tech reporting and adds high-speed broadband access as grant consideration, directly advancing internet access expansion.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications Tags Economic Development

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 1422: Establishes the biometric identifier privacy act

Establishes the biometric identifier privacy act; requires private entities in possession of biometric identifiers or biometric information to develop a written policy establishing a retention schedule and guidelines for permanently destroying biometric identifiers and biometric information when the initial purpose for collecting or obtaining such identifiers or information has been satisfied or within three years of the individual's last interaction with the private entity, whichever occurs first.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates destruction of biometric data by private entities, directly strengthening data privacy protections under technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5044: Requires that internet providers who provide service in a municipality provide basic internet service to each residential dwelling or residential dwelling unit in that municipality at no cost

Requires that internet providers who provide service in a municipality provide basic internet service to each residential dwelling or residential dwelling unit in that municipality at no cost.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates free basic internet access for all residential units, directly expanding digital access and promoting equity per technology policy indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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