New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S07664

Introduced
4/28/25  

Caption

Requires the collection of certain demographic information by state agencies, boards, departments and commissions.

Impact

If enacted, this bill would have significant implications for how demographic data is collected and reported in New York State. It mandates that state agencies disaggregate demographic information to better reflect the varied backgrounds and experiences of residents. This data, published in demographic reports, is expected to inform targeted public programs and resources effectively. Furthermore, the bill aligns with the U.S. Census Bureau's efforts to enhance data granularity regarding ethnic distinctions, thereby improving advocacy and resource allocation.

Summary

S07664 aims to amend the executive law to require state agencies, boards, departments, and commissions to collect separate demographic information for various ethnic groups, particularly within the Black and African diaspora communities. This includes distinctions among descendants of enslaved individuals in the U.S., Afro-Caribbeans, and Continental Africans. The bill recognizes the diverse needs within these communities and the inadequacy of current data collection practices. The intention is to ensure more accurate representation and understanding of the unique challenges faced by these groups.

Contention

Some potential points of contention may arise regarding administrative burdens placed on state agencies to comply with the new data collection standards. There may be concerns surrounding the need for additional resources or training to implement these changes effectively. Moreover, stakeholders might debate the implications of such disaggregation on existing policies or funding, particularly concerning how benefits and programs would be tailored to each specified demographic.

Companion Bills

NY A06341

Same As Requires the collection of certain demographic information by state agencies, boards, departments and commissions.

Previously Filed As

NY A10245

Requires the collection of certain demographic information by state agencies, boards, departments and commissions.

NY A00358

Requires the collection of certain demographic information about the sexual orientation and gender identity or expression of residents by certain state agencies, boards and commissions.

NY S03225

Requires the collection of certain demographic information about the sexual orientation and gender identity or expression of residents by certain state agencies, boards and commissions.

NY S08006

Relates to the collection of certain demographic information about the sexual orientation and gender identity or expression of residents by certain state agencies, boards and commissions; requires a progress report by all agencies, boards and commissions who are unable to comply.

NY A08548

Relates to the collection of certain demographic information about the sexual orientation and gender identity or expression of residents by certain state agencies, boards and commissions; requires a progress report by all agencies, boards and commissions who are unable to comply.

NY S02352

Requires real estate brokers and salespersons to compile and disclose client demographic data to the secretary of state; requires real estate brokers and salespersons to request the voluntary disclosure of demographic information from clients and record and retain such information for a period of two years.

NY A10386

Requires real estate brokers and salespersons to compile and disclose client demographic data to the secretary of state; requires real estate brokers and salespersons to request the voluntary disclosure of demographic information from clients and record and retain such information for a period of two years.

NY S00688

Requires local boards and the division of housing and community renewal to submit certain residential housing and zoning information to the department of state annually; requires such information to be published by the department of state on its website.

NY A04990

Requires local boards and the division of housing and community renewal to submit certain residential housing and zoning information to the department of state annually; requires such information to be published by the department of state on its website.

NY A00753

Requires not-for-profit corporations have a board of directors which reflects the ethnic demographics of the communities that they serve to be able to receive state funds.

Similar Bills

CA SB435

Collection of demographic data: CalFresh program and State Department of Public Health.

CA AB2089

Local government: collection of demographic data.

CA SB515

Local government: collection of demographic data.

CA AB1358

Demographics: ancestry and ethnic origin.

NJ A557

Requires State agencies update demographic data collection methods on Asian, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian and Indian Diaspora residents of this State.

NJ A3092

Requires State agencies update demographic data collection methods on Asian, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian and Indian Diaspora residents of this State.

NJ S2415

Requires State agencies update demographic data collection methods on Asian, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian and Indian Diaspora residents of this State.

HI SB811

Relating To Demographic Data.