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NY A04066
NY A04066Requires the commissioner of motor vehicles to accept electronic signatures on any document.
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Introduced
01/31/2025
01/31/2025
In Committee
01/31/2025
01/31/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to requiring the acceptance of electronic signatures on any document
AI Summary
This bill requires the commissioner of motor vehicles to accept electronic signatures on any document related to vehicle and traffic law, establishing a comprehensive framework for the use of electronic signatures. The bill defines key terms such as "document" (including forms, odometer documents, and records), "electronic signature" (an electronic sound, symbol, or process attached to a document with the intent to sign), and "physical odometer document" (specific paper documents related to vehicle transactions). The legislation mandates that the commissioner must accept electronic signatures through either electronic or physical means, with provisions for scanning and imaging existing documents. The bill outlines specific requirements for electronic signature systems, including secure maintenance, user identity verification, and retention of user information for five years. It also sets limitations on the commissioner's discretion, preventing the rejection of documents solely based on electronic signatures and prohibiting additional requirements beyond those specified. Furthermore, the bill ensures that electronic signatures can only be used for their intended purpose and cannot be transferred without express authorization. The legislation aims to modernize and streamline document processing in the motor vehicle department while maintaining security and authenticity.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
referred to transportation (on 01/31/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4066 |
BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A04066&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A04066 |
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