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NY S05949
Bill
Status
3/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Parker
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AI Summary
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Protects contact information (name, address, and phone number) of senior center visitors from public disclosure and exempts it from Freedom of Information Law requests
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Defines "senior center" as facilities operated by area offices of aging or contracted entities providing regular services to seniors including meals, recreation, and counseling
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Allows an exception for disclosure when contact information is needed in civil court proceedings or administrative actions directly related to senior center attendance
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Establishes a civil penalty of up to $5,000 for anyone who knowingly releases confidential senior center contact information to unauthorized persons or entities
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Expands the type of information that is exempt from disclosure to include the name, address, telephone number, or email address of anyone who is a member of or enrolled in a program at a senior center that a public agency administers or sponsors.
Last Action
REFERRED TO AGING
1/7/2026