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NY S09819: Directs the department of labor to conduct a study and prepare a report on the effects of artificial intelligence on job losses in the state.

In Committee New York · 2025–2026 session

Last verified Oct 29, 2026 · official bill text

S09819 · where it stands

1 of 5 steps complete
  1. Introduced In committee
  2. Passed first chamber
  3. Passed both chambers
  4. Enacted
  5. Effective
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Enacted
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In one paragraph

New York's S 9819 would require the Department of Labor, in conjunction with the office of information technology services, to conduct a study and prepare a report on the effects of artificial intelligence on job losses in the state. Within one year of the effective date the Department must issue the report to the governor, the temporary president of the senate and the speaker of the assembly. It takes effect immediately if enacted. Referred to Labor April 7, 2026; it has not passed either chamber.

Plain-English summary, written with AI assistance. The official text controls.

What it means for business

None yet: the bill is pending. No duties for businesses; it would direct a state study and report.

Key provisions

  1. Department of Labor, with the office of information technology services, must conduct a study and prepare a report on the effects of AI on job losses in the state
  2. Within one year of the effective date, the Department must issue the report of findings to the governor, the temporary president of the senate and the speaker of the assembly
  3. The bill does not define artificial intelligence and sets no prohibitions, penalties or private right of action
  4. Would take effect immediately; referred to Labor April 7, 2026

Latest legislative action

Apr 7, 2026. REFERRED TO LABOR

Sponsors

NameRoleDistrict
R Sponsor SD-002

Topics and industries

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Affected industries

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