New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S03752

Introduced
1/29/25  
Refer
1/29/25  

Caption

Enables students to receive information from colleges and universities without disclosing their personally identifiable information via an opt-in system.

Summary

Bill S03752 amends the education law to allow students to receive information from colleges and universities without having to disclose their personally identifiable information (PII). This is achieved through a voluntary opt-in system where students can choose to connect with nonprofit colleges, scholarship providers, and government agencies to receive relevant educational and financial aid information. The bill aims to enhance student privacy while facilitating access to important educational resources.

Impact

The bill modifies existing education law to strengthen the protection of students' personally identifiable information. By allowing students to opt-in to receive information without disclosing their PII, it aligns with broader privacy concerns and regulations. This change could potentially affect how educational institutions and third-party contractors manage and share student data, ensuring that student privacy is prioritized in communications regarding educational opportunities.

Sentiment

The sentiment around Bill S03752 appears to be generally positive, as it addresses important issues of student privacy and access to educational resources. However, there may be some concerns regarding the effectiveness of the opt-in system and whether it adequately protects students' information while still providing them with necessary resources.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise around the effectiveness of the opt-in system and whether it sufficiently protects students' PII while allowing access to educational opportunities. Some stakeholders may argue that the bill does not go far enough in ensuring data protection, while others may express concerns about the potential administrative burden on colleges and universities to implement these changes.

Companion Bills

NY A06383

Same As Enables students to receive information from colleges and universities without disclosing their personally identifiable information via an opt-in system.

Previously Filed As

NY A01484

Prohibits the disclosure of personally identifiable information by an internet service provider without the express written approval of the consumer.

NY A00423

Requires consent prior to sharing personally identifiable information to a SLISP or data dashboard operator with third party contractors.

NY S01037

Requires consent prior to sharing personally identifiable information to a SLISP or data dashboard operator with third party contractors.

NY A01139

Requires public and private colleges and universities to provide all incoming and current students with information relating to suicide prevention and resources available to them on campus.

NY S00446

Enables high school students to use public transportation without charge in order to ride to and from school.

NY A01054

Enables high school students to use public transportation without charge in order to ride to and from school.

NY S04044

Relates to disclosing personal information; limits disclosures of personal information to law enforcement; expands information sharing in response to emergencies; provides for statutory damages for violations and that any information disclosed to a law enforcement agency in violation of the privacy law shall be inadmissible in a criminal or civil court, or administrative proceeding.

NY A03051

Relates to disclosing personal information; limits disclosures of personal information to law enforcement; expands information sharing in response to emergencies; provides for statutory damages for violations and that any information disclosed to a law enforcement agency in violation of the privacy law shall be inadmissible in a criminal or civil court, or administrative proceeding.

NY S01518

Establishes a process for regulating the collecting, recording, and disclosing of confidential information by state employees.

NY S01396

Requires colleges, universities, professional, proprietary and graduate schools to provide written notice to all students of the institution's tuition liability policy.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.