NY S02262

Adds a new section 224 to the elder law establishing privacy protections for senior center visitor records.

Defines "senior center" as facilities operated by area offices on aging or contracted entities providing services to seniors including meals, recreation, and counseling.

Prohibits public disclosure of senior center visitors' contact information (name, address, phone number) and exempts such information from freedom of information law requests.

Allows disclosure of contact information only in civil court proceedings or administrative hearings directly related to senior center attendance.

Establishes a civil penalty of up to $5,000 for any person who knowingly discloses confidential contact information to unauthorized recipients.