Bill > S07476

This bill requires social media platforms with over $100 million in annual revenue to implement and maintain an open Application Programming Interface (API) that allows third-party applications to retrieve user data at no cost. Specifically, the bill mandates that these platforms provide access to various types of user information, including personal data, platform-recommended content, and social connections. The API must be standards-based, thoroughly documented, and regularly tested to ensure proper functionality and security. Social media companies must submit semiannual reports to the New York Attorney General detailing their API access and any restrictions, which will be made publicly available. The bill defines a social media platform as a public internet-based service that allows users to create profiles, connect with others, and post content. If a social media company fails to comply with these requirements, they can be enjoined by a court, with enforcement actions brought by the Attorney General or local city corporation counsel. The law would take effect 180 days after becoming law and explicitly does not apply to smaller companies or platforms with limited user interactions like direct messaging or commercial transaction services.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7476