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NY A 7172

NY A 7172: Relation to the regulation of the use of artificial intelligence and facial recognition technology in criminal investigations Verified

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AI Summary

A 7172 mandates the creation of a protocol for AI and facial recognition use in criminal investigations.

Business Impact

If you use AI or facial recognition in criminal investigations, you must comply with new protocols by the effective date or face penalties.

State
New York
Bill Number
A 7172
Status
Passed One Chamber
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Sector-Specific
Last Action
Jun 3, 2026
Last Verified
May 29, 2026
Data Updated
Jun 4, 2026
What do these statuses mean?
Introduced — Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee — Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed — Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted — Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed — Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown — Status data not yet available or awaiting classification

Affected Industries

Law Enforcement Technology

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What This Means

Bill A 7172 requires the New York Division of Criminal Justice Services to establish a written protocol for regulating artificial intelligence and facial recognition technology, though specific guidelines are not detailed in the available description.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

ORDERED TO THIRD READING RULES CAL.396

Bill Sponsors

Name Role
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Cosponsor

Compliance Checklist

Develop a written protocol for AI and facial recognition use
Who: Division of Criminal Justice Services
Deadline: Not specified
Implement the protocol across law enforcement agencies
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Deadline: Not specified

Related & Companion Bills

New York A07172 — Requires the division of criminal justice services to promu… New York A10625 — Requires the division of criminal justice services to formu…

Full Legal Analysis

Bill A 7172, introduced in New York, mandates the Division of Criminal Justice Services to develop a written protocol for the regulation of artificial intelligence and facial recognition technology in criminal investigations. However, the specific contents of that protocol are not specified in the available description.

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