New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S03335

Introduced
1/27/25  
Refer
1/27/25  
Engrossed
2/25/25  
Refer
2/25/25  
Engrossed
6/12/25  
Refer
6/12/25  

Caption

Allows for individuals consent to receive information from the C.W. Bill Young Cell Transplantation Program and the national marrow donor program at the time of application for or renewal of a driver's license or non-driver identification card; directs the commissioner of motor vehicles to establish a process by which the department of motor vehicles shall refer driver's license and non-driver identification card applicants who consent to having their information shared with the C.W. Bill Young Cell Transplantation Program and the national marrow donor program for the purposes of receiving information from such programs about enrolling as a potential donor.

Impact

If enacted, S03335 will have a direct influence on the application process for driver's licenses and identification cards. It will require the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles to provide applicants with the ability to consent to share their information with the aforementioned donor programs. This means that every applicant will be informed about the existence of these programs and provided with the opportunity to opt-in to receive more information, fostering a culture of awareness around marrow and blood cell donations among the public.

Summary

Bill S03335 proposes to amend New York's vehicle and traffic laws to allow individuals applying for or renewing their driver's licenses or non-driver identification cards to consent to receiving information about enrolling in the C.W. Bill Young Cell Transplantation Program and the national marrow donor program. This bill aims to streamline the process of informing potential blood cell or bone marrow donors about the opportunity to join these vital donor registries, enhancing the state's efforts in promoting volunteerism in organ and tissue donation among residents, thereby potentially increasing the number of registered donors in New York.

Contention

While the bill has garnered support from those who advocate for increased donor registration, there may be concerns regarding privacy and the handling of personal information gathered during the licensing process. Critics may raise questions about the regulatory framework surrounding how applicant data is shared with donor programs and ensure that proper safeguards are in place to protect sensitive information. Addressing these concerns will be key to ensuring smooth implementation and public acceptance of the new provisions introduced by S03335.

Companion Bills

NY A05122

Same As Allows for individuals to consent to receive information from the C.W. Bill Young Cell Transplantation Program and the national marrow donor program at the time of application for or renewal of a driver's license or non-driver identification card; directs the commissioner of motor vehicles to establish a process by which the department of motor vehicles shall refer driver's license and non-driver identification card applicants who consent to having their information shared with the C.W. Bill Young Cell Transplantation Program and the national marrow donor program for the purposes of receiving information from such programs about enrolling as a potential donor.

Previously Filed As

NY A09795

Allows for individuals to enroll in the national marrow donor program at the time of application for or renewal of a driver's license or non-driver identification card; directs the commissioner of motor vehicles to establish a process by which the department of motor vehicles shall refer driver's license and non-driver identification card applicants who consent to having their information shared with the national marrow donor program for the purposes of receiving information from the national marrow donor program about enrolling as a potential volunteer bone marrow or blood cell donor on the national registry operated by the national marrow donor program.

NY S09133

Allows for individuals to enroll in the national marrow donor program at the time of application for or renewal of a driver's license or non-driver identification card; directs the commissioner of motor vehicles to establish a process by which the department of motor vehicles shall refer driver's license and non-driver identification card applicants who consent to having their information shared with the national marrow donor program for the purposes of receiving information from the national marrow donor program about enrolling as a potential volunteer bone marrow or blood cell donor on the national registry operated by the national marrow donor program.

NY A04075

Allows for individuals to enroll in the national bone marrow donor program at the time of application for or renewal of a driver's license or non-driver identification card; directs the commissioner of motor vehicles to develop license application and renewal forms, and directions accompanying such forms to advise applicants of the existence of the national marrow donor program and to provide an opportunity for applicants to enroll in such national marrow donor program.

NY A01211

Relates to notification of the national bone marrow program on non-driver ids and license applications and voter applications.

NY S03270

Authorizes the department of motor vehicles to issue standard drivers' licenses; restricts what information can be retained and given out on those applying or holding standard drivers' licenses.

NY S08208

Authorizes the commissioner of motor vehicles to establish a pilot program to evaluate the use of optional mobile or digital alternatives to driver's licenses and non-driver identification cards if specified requirements are met; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

NY A06473

Relates to directing the department of motor vehicles to issue New York drivers' licenses to individuals holding a valid or recently expired driver's license from certain Caribbean countries.

NY S08199

Relates to directing the department of motor vehicles to issue New York drivers' licenses to individuals holding a valid or recently expired driver's license from certain Caribbean countries.

NY A01875

Provides for the waiver of the fee for a replacement driver's license or identification card if the replacement driver's license or identification card is requested solely for the purpose of designating that the applicant is an organ donor.

NY S00768

Relates to the creation of a department of corrections and community supervision identification form; relates to the use of such form as proof of identity for individuals applying for a non-driver identification card or certain driver's licenses.

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