New YorkA 94562025-2026 Regular SessionHouse

Relates to prohibiting the procurement of certain technology and products which pose a state or national security risk

Sponsored By: Jenifer Rajkumar (Democratic)

Became Law

GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONSWAYS AND MEANSRULES

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Local governments barred from risky tech

Counties, cities, towns, villages, and local authorities cannot buy or renew contracts for technology banned by federal section 889 or listed on the state’s restricted list. This covers hardware, systems, devices, software, and services with information technology. A waiver under this law can allow an exception.

Some drones allowed with U.S. data

The law lets agencies buy certain drones and related services that would otherwise be restricted. Photos, video, and other data must be stored and maintained only in the United States and not be accessible to the restricted company. Or the drone must run on software that is developed and maintained in the United States.

State agencies barred from risky tech

The law stops state agencies from signing or renewing contracts for technology banned under federal section 889. It covers hardware, systems, devices, software, and services with information technology, using the definition in section 160 of state law. Agencies cannot buy these items unless a waiver is granted or the state IT office limits the rule. The law does not force removal of technology already in place the day before the law’s effective date. Existing gear can be used through its normal life.

State list and quick updates on bans

The state IT office must create and update a public list of restricted technologies that pose security risks. It consults federal sources and shares the list with all procurement officers. Items on the list cannot be bought unless a waiver is granted or the office limits the rule. The office must send updates within 60 days after any entity is newly prohibited or excluded under federal rules. The office can issue implementation guidance as soon as the law takes effect.

Waivers when no compliant, affordable option

The state IT office can grant waivers to state agencies or local governments only when all conditions are met. It must be in the state’s or locality’s interest. No compliant product or service is available when needed at U.S. market prices or at a price that is not prohibitively expensive. The waiver cannot be expected to compromise the security or integrity of a state‑operated computer network. Agencies and localities that get a federal waiver under section 889 must notify the state office within 30 days.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Jenifer Rajkumar
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

Matthew Slater
Republican • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 60 • No: 0

House vote • 2/3/2026

FLOOR Vote