Bill > A03335

This bill introduces new regulations for interactive computer service providers (online platforms) operating in New York, targeting the protection of minors from potentially harmful content. The legislation defines extensive criteria for what constitutes "targeting" a minor, including detailed personal data categories like location, income, relationship status, social status, psychological profile, veteran status, medical condition, demographics, and other personal characteristics. Under the proposed law, these providers would be prohibited from knowingly or negligently promoting content they have developed that could be injurious to minors under 18 years old. If found in violation, the interactive computer service provider could face civil penalties up to $100,000 per offense and potentially be liable for actual physical and emotional damages to the targeted minor. The bill includes several important safeguards, such as clarifying that it does not infringe on First Amendment rights and does not create liability for content promoted in other states. The Attorney General would be authorized to investigate potential violations, and the law would take effect 120 days after becoming law. Importantly, the bill emphasizes that a provider cannot use the defense of incorrectly determining a minor's personal data as a means to avoid liability.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3335