New York · A06031 · 2025 session
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.
Introducedprint number 6031a · May 11, 2026
In plain language
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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Legislative history
4 actions · newest first- May 11, 2026Assemblyprint number 6031a
- May 11, 2026Assemblyamend (t) and recommit to consumer affairs and protection
- Jan 7, 2026Assemblyreferred to consumer affairs and protection
- Feb 25, 2025Assemblyreferred to consumer affairs and protection