Bill > S04875

This bill requires motor vehicle manufacturers to provide vehicle owners and their designated third parties direct, real-time access to all motor vehicle data through a secure, technology-neutral interface. The bill defines motor vehicle data comprehensively, including information from vehicle sensors, advanced driving assistance systems, GPS, and onboard entertainment systems. Manufacturers must provide this data free of charge, in a machine-readable format, and without undue restrictions or additional fees. The bill includes important protections, such as allowing manufacturers to use cryptographic security measures and preventing data access for individuals under protective orders. Manufacturers cannot request or require waivers of data access rights, and any such waivers would be considered null and void. The legislation is designed to give vehicle owners more control over their vehicle's data and is set to automatically expire if similar federal legislation is enacted. Importantly, the bill does not require manufacturers to disclose trade secrets, ensuring a balance between data accessibility and protecting proprietary information.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4875