New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A08101

Introduced
4/30/25  
Refer
4/30/25  

Caption

Establishes the New York Data Protection Act; requires government entities and contractors to disclose certain personal information collected about individuals.

Impact

The implementation of A08101 is expected to have a substantial impact on how state laws govern the access and management of personal information. By requiring government entities to disclose the categories and specific pieces of information collected, as well as the purpose behind such collections, the bill fosters transparency and accountability. Additionally, the requirement for government agencies to inform individuals of their rights and comply with information deletion requests emphasizes the importance of individual privacy in the digital age.

Summary

Bill A08101, known as the New York Data Protection Act, aims to enhance the privacy rights of individuals by establishing clear guidelines for government entities and contractors regarding the handling of personal information. The act mandates that individuals have the right to request disclosure of their collected personal information as well as the right to request deletion of such information. This bill is a significant step toward improving data protection standards within governmental operations, ensuring that residents have more control over their personal data.

Contention

During discussions surrounding the bill, there were notable concerns regarding the potential burden it may impose on government entities. Opponents argue that stringent requirements could complicate operations and increase the administrative workload for agencies tasked with complying. Additionally, questions arose regarding the liability of contractors when mishandling personal information and whether the bill’s protections sufficiently safeguard the interests of both individuals and service providers. Proponents, however, see this as a necessary measure to ensure that individuals’ privacy rights are respected and upheld by all entities managing personal data.

Companion Bills

NY S04860

Same As Establishes the New York Data Protection Act; requires government entities and contractors to disclose certain personal information collected about individuals.

Previously Filed As

NY S04860

Establishes the New York Data Protection Act; requires government entities and contractors to disclose certain personal information collected about individuals.

NY A10357

Provides for the protection of health information; establishes requirements for communications to individuals about their health information; requires either written consent or a designated necessary purpose for the processing of an individual's health information.

NY S09269

Provides for the protection of health information; establishes requirements for communications to individuals about their health information; requires either written consent or a designated necessary purpose for the processing of an individual's health 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 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 A08962

Enacts the "New York fundamental artificial intelligence requirements in (FAIR) news act"; provides requirements for fairness in disclosures to news media workers, news media consumers, oversight of AI systems, and workplace protections for news media workers.

NY S2602

"New Jersey Disclosure and Accountability Transparency Act (NJ DaTA)"; establishes certain requirements for disclosure and processing of personally identifiable information; establishes Office of Data Protection and Responsible Use in Division of Consumer Affairs.

NY A1360

"New Jersey Disclosure and Accountability Transparency Act (NJ DaTA)"; establishes certain requirements for disclosure and processing of personally identifiable information; establishes Office of Data Protection and Responsible Use in Division of Consumer Affairs.

NY A1401

Exempts certain personal information and entities from certain requirements concerning notification and disclosure of personal data.

NY S2956

Exempts certain personal information and entities from certain requirments concerning notification and disclosure of personal data.

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