S 1531 NY
Creates the New York electronic communications privacy act; search and seizure of electronic devices and electronic communications
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Summary
The bill creates the New York Electronic Communications Privacy Act, which establishes privacy protections for electronic communications and devices. The act requires government agents and agencies to obtain a search warrant before accessing electronic device information or conducting searches of electronic communications. This measure establishes a warrant requirement for government access to electronic data.
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Official abstract
Creates the New York electronic communications privacy act; requires government agents and agencies to obtain a search warrant for physical or electronic access to electronic device information.
Sponsor (1)
- Kevin S. Parker Democratic · primary
2 coauthors / cosponsors
- Jabari Brisport Democratic · cosponsor
- Julia Salazar Democratic · cosponsor
Action history (4)
- Jan 10, 2025 REFERRED TO CODES · upper
- Jan 7, 2026 REFERRED TO CODES · upper
- May 28, 2026 AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO CODES · upper
- May 28, 2026 PRINT NUMBER 1531A · upper
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