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NY A06788

NY A06788
Prohibits class A multiple dwellings from requiring the use of a smart access system for means of entry for building entrances, common areas, elevators, garage gates, or apartment entry doors; restricts information that may be gathered on lessees, tenants, owners or guests.


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Introduced
03/20/2019
In Committee
01/08/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Prohibits landlord or condominium associations from requiring the use of a smart access system for means of entry for building entrances, common areas, elevators, garage gates, or apartment entry doors; restricts information that may be gathered on lessees, tenants, owners or guests.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits landlords or condominium associations from requiring the use of a smart access system, such as electronic or computerized entry systems, for building entrances, common areas, elevators, garage gates, or apartment entry doors in class A multiple dwellings. It also restricts the type of information that can be collected and stored through these systems, such as limiting the collection of biometric data and prohibiting the use of location tracking. The bill provides tenants with the right to request a physical key at no charge and sets penalties for violations. It also includes provisions to protect tenant privacy and prevent the use of data collected through these systems for eviction proceedings or changes to regulatory coverage.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (18)

Last Action

referred to codes (on 01/08/2020)

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