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NY S02390

NY S02390: Relates to prohibiting private entities from using biometric data for any advertising, detailing, marketing, promotion, or any other activity that is… Verified

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Relates to prohibiting private entities from using biometric data for any advertising, detailing, marketing, promotion, or any other activity that is intended to be used to influence business volume, sales or market share or to evaluate the effectiveness of marketing practices or marketing…

AI Summary

This bill prohibits private entities from using biometric data for marketing purposes to influence business outcomes.

Business Impact

If you use biometric data for marketing in New York, you must stop by the effective date or face penalties.

State
New York
Bill Number
S02390
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Comprehensive
Last Action
Jan 3, 2024
Last Verified
May 1, 2026
Data Updated
Jun 3, 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

Advertising Technology Marketing Biometric Technology Data Analytics

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What This Means

The proposed legislation in New York seeks to restrict private entities from utilizing biometric data for marketing activities. This includes any efforts aimed at influencing sales or evaluating marketing effectiveness. The bill aims to protect individuals' biometric information from commercial exploitation.

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Compliance Checklist

Cease using biometric data for marketing activities
Who: All private entities in New York
Deadline: 30 days after the bill becomes law
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance not specified

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Full Legal Analysis

The bill prohibits private entities from using biometric identifiers or biometric information for any advertising, marketing, or promotional activities intended to influence business volume, sales, or market share. This restriction applies regardless of the beneficiary's status as governmental, for-profit, or not-for-profit. The bill does not specify compliance mechanisms or penalties for non-compliance. Key definitions clarify what constitutes biometric identifiers and information, excluding certain types of data such as photographs or health-related information. This legislation aligns with growing trends in data privacy and biometric regulation seen in other states, reflecting a heightened awareness of consumer rights regarding personal data.

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