Bill > S06873

This bill establishes new regulations for voice recognition features on connected devices like televisions, video game consoles, computers, internet-capable devices, and toys. The legislation requires manufacturers to prominently inform users during initial device setup that the device may record them and that the manufacturer might retain those recordings. The bill prohibits manufacturers and third-party contractors from selling or using voice recognition recordings for advertising purposes. Manufacturers are not liable for functionality provided by third-party applications that users choose to download. The bill also restricts the disclosure of recordings to other entities, including law enforcement, unless authorized by law or a judicial order. If the Attorney General believes a violation has occurred, they can bring an action in court to stop the violation, potentially resulting in damages for consumers and civil penalties up to $2,500 per violation. The law defines key terms such as "connected device," "user," and "voice recognition feature" to provide clarity and scope. The bill will take effect 120 days after becoming law, giving manufacturers time to adjust their practices to comply with the new requirements.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6873