New York S01139 mandates governmental entities to consider multifactor authentication for network access and requires public websites to encrypt.

New York S01139 amends the state technology law to require governmental entities to consider implementing multifactor authentication for local and remote network access. This includes using knowledge-based, possession-based, and biometric information credentials. The bill also mandates that public websites encrypt all exchanges and comply with privacy standards. Additionally, it prohibits governmental entities from selling, monetizing, or sharing biometric information with law enforcement without a warrant.

New York S01139 mandates governmental entities to consider multifactor authentication for network access and requires public websites to encrypt.

New York S01139 amends the state technology law to require governmental entities to consider implementing multifactor authentication for local and remote network access. This includes using knowledge-based, possession-based, and biometric information credentials. The bill also mandates that public websites encrypt all exchanges and comply with privacy standards. Additionally, it prohibits governmental entities from selling, monetizing, or sharing biometric information with law enforcement without a warrant.