New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 5609: Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance technology by law enforcement; establishes the biometric surveillance regulation task force; and provides for the expiration and repeal of certain provisions

In committee Last action February 25, 2026: REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO CODES

Plain-language summary

S 5609 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on February 25, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance technology by law enforcement; establishes the biometric surveillance regulation task force; and provides for the expiration and repeal of certain provisions. Primary sponsor: Julia Salazar (Democratic/Working Families). It lists 6 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 25, 2026): REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO CODES.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Julia Salazar (Democratic/Working Families). 6 co-sponsors.