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NY S02478
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/20/2023
Primary Sponsor
Brad Hoylman-Sigal
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AI Summary
- Prohibits landlords from obtaining, retaining, accessing, or using facial recognition systems on residential premises
- Defines "facial recognition" as automated or semi-automated identification of individuals based on facial characteristics, and analysis of facial characteristics to determine sentiment, state of mind, or propensities such as dangerousness
- Authorizes the New York Attorney General to seek injunctions against violating landlords and impose civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation
- Allows tenants and residents to file private lawsuits for injunctive relief and recover actual damages or $1,000 per violation, whichever is greater, with courts awarding costs and attorneys' fees to prevailing plaintiffs
- Takes effect 120 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Prohibits the use of a facial recognition system by a landlord on any residential premises.
Last Action
COMMITTED TO RULES
6/7/2024
Committee Referrals
Rules6/7/2024
Judiciary1/20/2023
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