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NY A09543
NY A09543Directs the chief information officer conduct a study on the feasibility of utilizing blockchain technology in the state government and provide a report on its findings.
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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT in relation to directing chief information officer conduct a study on the feasibility of adopting blockchain technology for use within the state government; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof
AI Summary
This bill directs the chief information officer to conduct a comprehensive study on the feasibility of using blockchain technology within New York State government, defining blockchain technology broadly to include distributed ledger systems, smart contracts, and tokenization of data or assets. The study, to be completed in consultation with other relevant state entities, will evaluate potential benefits, risks, and costs, examining applications in areas such as records management, data sharing, cybersecurity, supply chain management, and professional licensing, while also considering implementation costs, technical, legal, privacy, and cybersecurity factors. The chief information officer is required to submit a report of these findings, along with recommendations and any necessary legislative proposals, to state leadership within twelve months of the bill's effective date, after which this act will expire.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
referred to governmental operations (on 01/14/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A9543 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A09543&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A09543 |
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