New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A05916

Introduced
2/24/25  
Refer
2/24/25  

Caption

Establishes the "one city act" which applies to cities with a population of one million or more and provides for an agency to disclose the personal information of individuals that would otherwise be restricted from disclosure to another agency or agent thereof for the limited purpose of providing benefits, services, or care coordination to individuals or a research study concerning the provision of benefits, services or care coordination.

Impact

The act mandates that local government agencies in large cities establish cooperative data-sharing agreements, allowing them to disclose personal information of individuals for the limited purpose of providing essential services, care coordination, and conducting related research studies. This could potentially streamline service delivery, ensuring that residents receive the necessary support more effectively, while also addressing the growing need for integrated service models in urban environments.

Overall

A05916, if enacted, represents a significant shift in operational procedures within municipal governance, particularly in how large cities approach data management and interdepartmental collaboration. This legislative initiative reflects an effort to effectively address the intricacies of urban social issues through coordinated responses, while simultaneously grappling with the implications for personal privacy within public service frameworks.

Summary

Bill A05916, known as the 'One City Act', proposes an amendment to the general municipal law specifically for cities with populations exceeding one million. This legislation aims to enhance the effectiveness of benefit and service delivery by facilitating interagency data sharing among local government agencies. The rationale behind this bill is that improved coordination among agencies can lead to more efficient assistance for residents who often face complex social challenges that require a comprehensive approach to service provision.

Contention

Notably, the bill has sparked discussions regarding the balance between enhancing service delivery and protecting individual privacy rights. Critics may argue that allowing agencies to share personal data, even with stringent safeguards, poses risks of privacy infringements or data misuse. The bill includes provisions to ensure that personal information is only shared under written agreements and with strong cybersecurity measures in place, but concerns linger about the adequacy of these protections.

Companion Bills

NY S03392

Same As Establishes the "one city act" which applies to cities with a population of one million or more and provides for an agency to disclose the personal information of individuals that would otherwise be restricted from disclosure to another agency or agent thereof for the limited purpose of providing benefits, services, or care coordination to individuals or a research study concerning the provision of benefits, services or care coordination.

Previously Filed As

NY S03392

Establishes the "one city act" which applies to cities with a population of one million or more and provides for an agency to disclose the personal information of individuals that would otherwise be restricted from disclosure to another agency or agent thereof for the limited purpose of providing benefits, services, or care coordination to individuals or a research study concerning the provision of benefits, services or care coordination.

NY A10091

Establishes a private right of action for any person whose personally identifying information was intentionally disclosed by another individual, without consent, for the purpose of harassing, threatening, intimidating, or causing harm to such person, or with reckless disregard as to whether such disclosure would cause such harm; defines personal information.

NY S09658

Establishes a private right of action for any person whose personally identifying information was intentionally disclosed by another individual, without consent, for the purpose of harassing, threatening, intimidating, or causing harm to such person, or with reckless disregard as to whether such disclosure would cause such harm; defines personal information.

NY HB05347

An Act Requiring A Plan For The Translation And Review Of Forms And Applications Required To Access State Agency Services Or Benefits By Limited-english Proficient Individuals.

NY HB06477

An Act Requiring A Plan For The Translation And Review Of Forms And Applications Required To Access State Agency Services Or Benefits By Limited-english Proficient Individuals.

NY SF5032

Tax establishment on certain individuals and organizations convicted of and benefiting from fraud and certain data sharing and disclosure provisions

NY A08445

Requires each designated agency to employ a dementia care navigator to provide support for caregivers of individuals with dementia and to assist individuals with dementia in accessing appropriate services; requires the state office for the aging to establish the position of dementia care coordinator.

NY S01782

Requires each designated agency to employ a dementia care navigator to provide support for caregivers of individuals with dementia and to assist individuals with dementia in accessing appropriate services; requires the state office for the aging to establish the position of dementia care coordinator.

NY A03506

Prohibits and regulates the discovery and disclosure of immigration status; prohibits police officers, peace officers, school resource officers, probation agencies, state entities, state employees, and municipal corporations from questioning individuals regarding their citizenship or immigration status; regulates the disclosure of information relating to immigration status; prohibits an educational agency, higher education agency, school employee, school safety personnel, or third-party contractor from collecting information about a person's citizenship, immigration status, nationality, or country of origin, unless required by law or necessary to administer a public program or benefit sought by such person.

NY S02235

Prohibits and regulates the discovery and disclosure of immigration status; prohibits police officers, peace officers, school resource officers, probation agencies, state entities, state employees, and municipal corporations from questioning individuals regarding their citizenship or immigration status; regulates the disclosure of information relating to immigration status; prohibits an educational agency, higher education agency, school employee, school safety personnel, or third-party contractor from collecting information about a person's citizenship, immigration status, nationality, or country of origin, unless required by law or necessary to administer a public program or benefit sought by such person.

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