New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 3729: Requires portable electronic devices distributed after January 1, 2028 to automatically disable their texting and computer functions when the holder is operating a motor vehicle over 10 miles an hour

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION

Plain-language summary

S 3729 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 29, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires portable electronic devices distributed after January 1, 2028 to automatically disable their texting and computer functions when the holder is operating a motor vehicle over 10 miles an hour. Primary sponsor: Andrew Lanza (Republican/Conservative/Independence/Reform). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Andrew Lanza (Republican/Conservative/Independence/Reform).