NY A08675

Expands the definition of "critical infrastructure provider" to include utility companies, electric plants, cable television companies, internet service providers, cellular telephone companies, and other voice/data communications providers for purposes of criminal tampering laws

Makes tampering with, damaging, or making unauthorized connections to critical infrastructure provider property a class A misdemeanor (second degree) or class D felony (first degree) if it causes substantial service interruption

Prohibits junk dealers and scrap metal processors from buying or selling metal marked with critical infrastructure provider names/logos, metal altered to conceal such markings, or wire/cable commonly used by utilities

Strengthens documentation requirements for junk dealers and scrap processors purchasing copper wire, cable, or tubing, requiring government-issued photo ID verification, seller statements with address and employment information, and retention of records for 2-3 years

Imposes license forfeiture as a penalty for junk dealers and scrap processors convicted of misdemeanor violations under these provisions

Takes effect 90 days after becoming law