New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S08331

Introduced
6/3/25  
Refer
6/3/25  

Caption

Enacts the "New York artificial intelligence transparency for journalism act"; requires developers of generative artificial intelligence systems or services to post certain information on the developer's website regarding video, audio, text and data from a covered publication used to train the generative artificial intelligence system or service; allows journalism providers to bring an action for damages or injunctive relief against developers.

Impact

If enacted, S08331 could significantly affect how generative AI developers access and utilize journalistic content. The legislation would require developers to disclose the URLs of content accessed, the nature of the data utilized including its provenance, and any identifiers removed during collection. Such disclosures would not only enhance accountability but also align AI development practices with copyright laws and ethical data sourcing. By creating a framework for transparency, the bill seeks to preserve the integrity and sustainability of local journalism, which is essential for informed communities.

Summary

Bill S08331, known as the 'New York Artificial Intelligence Transparency for Journalism Act', aims to establish stringent transparency requirements for developers of generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The bill mandates that these developers publicly disclose specific information about the data used for training their AI systems, particularly when such data is sourced from journalism providers. This legislation arises from concerns that a significant portion of generative AI training data relies on journalistic content, often without the requisite permissions or compensation from news organizations, thereby threatening the viability of journalism in New York state.

Contention

However, the bill has ignited debates over balancing innovation in AI with protections for journalism. Proponents argue that transparency is vital for safeguarding journalistic integrity and ensuring fair compensation for content creators. Conversely, critics, particularly within the tech industry, express concerns that such regulatory burdens could stifle innovation and complicate the process for developing generative AI technologies. The discussions reflect a broader tension between the technological advancements in AI and the traditional protections for creative content, raising essential questions about ownership and rights in the digital age.

Companion Bills

NY A08595

Same As Enacts the "New York artificial intelligence transparency for journalism act"; requires developers of generative artificial intelligence systems or services to post certain information on the developer's website regarding video, audio, text and data from a covered publication used to train the generative artificial intelligence system or service; allows journalism providers to bring an action for damages or injunctive relief against developers.

Previously Filed As

NY A08595

Enacts the "New York artificial intelligence transparency for journalism act"; requires developers of generative artificial intelligence systems or services to post certain information on the developer's website regarding video, audio, text and data from a covered publication used to train the generative artificial intelligence system or service; allows journalism providers to bring an action for damages or injunctive relief against developers.

NY S06955

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.

NY A06578

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.

NY SB53

Artificial intelligence models: large developers.

NY HB823

Generative Artificial Intelligence - Training Data Transparency

NY S08451

Enacts the "New York fundamental artificial intelligence requirements in (FAIR) news act"; provides transparency requirements for news media content composed, authored, or otherwise created through generative AI.

NY S00934

Requires the owner, licensee or operator of a generative artificial intelligence system to conspicuously display a notice on the system's user interface that is reasonably calculated to consistently apprise the user that the outputs of the generative artificial intelligence system may be inaccurate.

NY A03411

Requires the owner, licensee or operator of a generative artificial intelligence system to conspicuously display a notice on the system's user interface that is reasonably calculated to consistently apprise the user that the outputs of the generative artificial intelligence system may be inaccurate.

NY A08833

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

NY AB2392

Public postsecondary education: generative artificial intelligence systems: procurement standards: training.

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