New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S03344

Introduced
1/27/25  
Refer
1/27/25  

Caption

Establishes a commission to study the European Union's general protection data regulation and the current state of cyber security in the state.

Summary

Bill S03344 aims to establish a commission under the office of information technology services to study the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the current state of cybersecurity in New York. The commission will consist of eleven members with expertise in various fields related to cybersecurity and will investigate and make recommendations on how to enhance the protection of personal online information in the state. The commission will focus on critical infrastructure sectors, including financial systems, telecommunications, electrical grids, and transportation systems, among others.

Impact

The establishment of this commission is expected to lead to the development of new legislation aimed at improving cybersecurity measures in New York. By using the GDPR as a model, the bill seeks to enhance the protection of personal data and ensure that New York's cybersecurity policies are robust and effective. This could result in significant changes to state laws regarding data protection and cybersecurity practices across both public and private sectors.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill S03344 appears to be generally supportive among legislators who recognize the importance of cybersecurity in the modern digital landscape. However, there may be concerns regarding the resources required to implement the commission's recommendations and the potential impact on businesses and government agencies.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding the balance between privacy protection and the operational needs of businesses and government entities. Some stakeholders may argue that stringent regulations could hinder innovation or impose excessive burdens on companies, while proponents of the bill emphasize the necessity of protecting personal data in an increasingly digital world.

Companion Bills

NY A07719

Same As Establishes a commission to study the European Union's general protection data regulation and the current state of cyber security in the state.

Previously Filed As

NY A02529

Establishes a commission to study the European Union's general protection data regulation and the current state of cyber security in the state.

NY A07719

Establishes a commission to study the European Union's general protection data regulation and the current state of cyber security in the state.

NY S07672

Requires all municipal corporations to report cybersecurity incidents and demands of ransom payments to the division of homeland security and emergency services; defines terms; requires cybersecurity incident reviews; requires cybersecurity awareness training, cybersecurity protection and data protection standards for state maintained information systems.

NY A06769

Requires all municipal corporations to report cybersecurity incidents and demands of ransom payments to the division of homeland security and emergency services; defines terms; requires cybersecurity incident reviews; requires cybersecurity awareness training, cybersecurity protection and data protection standards for state maintained information systems.

MS HB1727

State Security Operations Center; create within ITS to serve as operational arm of statewide cybersecurity.

NY S01961

Establishes the "secure our data act"; relates to cybersecurity protection by state entities; requires the office of information technology services to develop standards for data protection of state entity-maintained information.

WV HB5638

Relating to the requirements of the state’s cyber security program and responsibilities and authority of the state chief information security officer

AZ SB1501

Grid security; cybersecurity; reviews; commission

US HB2344

Water ISAC Threat Protection Act Water Intelligence, Security, and Cyber Threat Protection Act

MI HB5849

Businesses: other; cyber-physical security and operational technology protections for data centers; provide for. Creates new act.

Similar Bills

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