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NY A06211

NY A06211: Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance system or biometric surveillance information in places of public accommodation; prohibits entering into a… Verified

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Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance system or biometric surveillance information in places of public accommodation; prohibits entering into any agreement that authorizes any third party to use any biometric surveillance system or biometric surveillance information; provides penalties for…

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the use of biometric surveillance systems in public accommodations and entering agreements for third-party use. Note: Analysis is based on the official description; full details require access to the full bill text.

Business Impact

If you operate a public accommodation in New York, you must stop using biometric surveillance systems or face penalties.

State
New York
Bill Number
A06211
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
High
Category
Comprehensive
Last Action
Jan 7, 2026
Last Verified
May 4, 2026
Data Updated
May 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 Retail Entertainment Hospitality

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What This Means

The proposed legislation in New York aims to regulate the use of biometric surveillance systems in public accommodations. It prohibits the use of such systems and entering agreements for third-party use. Note: Analysis is based on the official description; full details require access to the full bill text.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

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Compliance Checklist

Cease use of biometric surveillance systems
Who: Owners and operators of public accommodations
Penalty: Fines starting at $1,000 per violation
Obtain written consent for biometric data collection
Who: Public accommodation providers
Penalty: Fines starting at $1,000 per violation

Related & Companion Bills

New York S08004 — Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance system or biome… New Jersey S1464 — Prohibits use of biometric surveillance system by business …

Full Legal Analysis

The bill prohibits any owner or operator of a public accommodation from using biometric surveillance systems or information and from entering into agreements authorizing third-party use. Note: Analysis is based on the official description; full details, including specific penalties and definitions of 'biometric information' and 'biometric surveillance,' require access to the full bill text. The term 'places of public accommodation' may have specific legal definitions or examples in the full bill text.

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