A06031New York2025 sessionIntroduced
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.
Plain-language summary
The biometric identifier privacy act would require private entities that possess biometric identifiers or information to adopt a written retention and destruction policy. Such data must be destroyed once its collection purpose is met or within three years of an individual's last interaction with the entity, whichever comes first.
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History
Feb 25, 2025
Areferred to consumer affairs and protection
Jan 7, 2026
Areferred to consumer affairs and protection
May 11, 2026
Aamend (t) and recommit to consumer affairs and protection
May 11, 2026
Aprint number 6031a
Progress
IntroducedFeb 25, 2025
Engrossed
Enrolled
Passed
Signed into law
Sponsors
JS
Rep. Jo Simon (D)Prime sponsor
CV
Rep. Clyde Vanel (D)
HE
Rep. Harvey Epstein (D)
KR
Rep. Karines Reyes (D)
NS
Rep. Nader Sayegh (D)
VC
Rep. Vivian Cook (D)
Sources
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