Assembly Advances Camera Monitoring Bill

Yesterday, the Assembly Health Committee voted to advance a bill (A.1967-B, Paulin/No Same As) to the floor that would require assisted living and skilled nursing facilities to allow residents or their legal representatives to install electronic monitoring devices, such as cameras, in their living spaces. This legislation mandates that facilities must inform residents of this right, establishes consent requirements for roommates, and sets forth provisions regarding the placement, maintenance, and use of such surveillance devices. NYSHFA|NYSCAL issued this opposition memo citing concerns with continuous surveillance and privacy, unlawful access to video footage, and an increased strain on the healthcare workforce.

Questions? Contact Kristin DeVries, Director of Government Relations, at kdevries@nyshfa-nyscal.org.