Technology (Online Safety)

passed · New York · Senate Apr 21, 2026

J 1865: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 2026, as Cyber Security Awareness Month in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize October 2026 as Cyber Security Awareness Month in the state. The resolution directs the Governor to issue a proclamation highlighting the importance of online safety and encouraging residents and businesses to practice good cyber security habits. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the national observance already held each October.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes cybersecurity awareness and encourages safe online habits, aligning with protecting digital safety.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Online Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 6, 2026

A 10841: Protects minors online from social media and harmful content

This bill aims to protect minors in New York from social media by restricting access for children under fourteen and requiring parental consent for those aged fourteen to fifteen. It defines specific social media platforms as those with addictive features like infinite scrolling and algorithms that target users, while excluding simple messaging services. The law mandates that platforms terminate accounts for unconsented minors, delete their data, and provide clear ways for parents to request account removal. Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for companies that fail to enforce these age restrictions and define harmful content.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts access to social media platforms for minors and mandates account termination, limiting internet usage for a specific demographic.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Online Safety Social Media

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passed · New York · Senate May 28, 2026

S 10049: Updates the definition of cyberbullying in the dignity for all students act

Updates the definition of cyberbullying in the dignity for all students act to include intentionally using artificial intelligence to mimic or alter a person's likeness or voice without their consent.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill strengthens student safety by updating cyberbullying definitions, protecting students from AI-based likeness misuse in educational settings.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens digital rights by regulating AI misuse to protect individuals from likeness and voice mimicry without consent.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Online Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9508: Requires certain security features and warning labels on baby monitors

Prohibits the manufacture, distribution, sale, or offering for sale of a baby monitor that broadcasts audio or video through an internet connection unless it includes certain security features to prevent unauthorized access; requires a written warning label; provides penalties.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enhances cybersecurity by mandating security features on internet-connected baby monitors to prevent unauthorized access, protecting consumer data privacy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Online Safety

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9051: Prohibits artificial intelligence companions from using features which are considered unsafe for minors

Prohibits artificial intelligence companions from using features which are considered unsafe for minors; defines terms; specifies what are considered unsafe features.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates AI chatbot features to protect minors, aligning with consumer protection regulations in tech policy as per its explicit focus on safety standards and rights of action.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 4, 2026

A 9415: Protects minors online from social media and harmful content

This bill requires social media platforms to block minors under 14 from creating accounts and mandates parental consent for 14-15 year olds to use accounts. It defines "social media platform" to include apps with addictive features (like infinite scrolling or push notifications) and sets standards for age verification. Platforms must delete personal data from terminated accounts and avoid showing minors content deemed "harmful" under specific legal criteria (e.g., sexually explicit material lacking artistic value). The bill directly affects major social media companies operating in the state, minors under 16, and their parents/guardians.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates social media platforms for minors' data privacy, age verification, and harmful content restrictions, aligning with consumer protection in tech regulation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Online Safety Social Media

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3946: Requires age verification for internet pornography websites

Requires age verification for internet pornography websites; imposes a $50,000 penalty per day for violations; provides exemptions for news organizations.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires age verification for porn sites to protect minors, aligning with consumer protection regulation of tech companies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Online Safety

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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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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4561: Prevents interactive computer service providers from knowingly or negligently promoting developed content that is dangerous or otherwise injurious to minors

Prevents interactive computer service providers from knowingly or negligently promoting developed content that is dangerous or otherwise injurious to minors; assesses a civil penalty to social media networks that knowingly or negligently promote such content.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates social media platforms to protect minors from harmful content, aligning with consumer protection in tech regulation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3320: Provides for disclosing to a parent the personal information and content about a minor collected by an operator of an internet platform

Discloses to a parent the personal information and content about a minor collected by an operator of an internet platform when a parent requests such information.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates internet platforms to disclose minor's personal data to parents upon request, directly enhancing data privacy protections for minors as a core technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Online Safety Social Media

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