Bill > A00920

This bill amends the New York State Penal Law and General Business Law to expand the definition of personal identifying information to include medical information and health insurance information. Specifically, the bill adds detailed definitions for medical information (such as an individual's medical history, physical or mental condition, or medical treatment) and health insurance information (including policy numbers, subscriber identification numbers, and claims history) to the categories of personal data that can be used to establish identity theft. The changes mean that unauthorized use or obtaining of an individual's medical or health insurance details can now be considered a form of identity theft, providing greater legal protection for sensitive personal health information. The bill modifies several sections of existing law to incorporate these new definitions and ensures that using someone's medical or health insurance information without authorization could result in criminal charges similar to other forms of identity theft. The legislation is designed to close potential loopholes in existing identity protection laws and provide more comprehensive safeguards for personal health-related data.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A920