New York Assembly Bill A3356 introduces the "advanced artificial intelligence licensing act," proposing comprehensive regulation for advanced AI systems [1]. The bill mandates registration and licensing for high-risk advanced artificial intelligence systems and establishes an ethical code of conduct. It also includes provisions regarding system operation and prohibitions on the development and use of certain AI systems [2].

Who does A3356 affect?

Organizations developing or deploying advanced artificial intelligence systems within New York State are directly in scope. This includes entities operating AI systems identified as 'high-risk,' which would require registration and licensing under the proposed act. Business functions involved in AI development, procurement, legal, and compliance would be affected by the proposed prohibitions and ethical code requirements.

What is the current status of A3356?

As of the last published update, A3356 is at the "committee" stage, with bill status "In Assembly Committee".

Where can I find the primary source for A3356?

The primary source for the most recent update is at https://legislation.nysenate.gov/bills/2025/A3356. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill.

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A3356 — NY, US

A3356 is an AI governance legislation from NY, currently committee. The bill introduces licensing requirements and an ethical code for advanced AI systems in New York [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2025-01-27.

Status & timeline

Regulatory stage: committee
Bill status: In Assembly Committee
Authority / governing body: New York State Senate
Chamber: Assembly
Document type: legislation

Next deadline: No fixed deadline — currently in committee.

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Full obligation matrix

Actor	Obligation	Deadline	Source
provider	Register advanced artificial intelligence systems.	—	—
deployer	Register advanced artificial intelligence systems.	—	—
provider	Obtain licenses for high-risk advanced artificial intelligence systems.	—	—
deployer	Obtain licenses for high-risk advanced artificial intelligence systems.	—	—
provider	Comply with the advanced artificial intelligence ethical code of conduct.	—	—
deployer	Comply with the advanced artificial intelligence ethical code of conduct.	—	—
provider	Refrain from developing certain artificial intelligence systems as prohibited by the act.	—	—
deployer	Refrain from operating certain artificial intelligence systems as prohibited by the act.	—	—

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Enforcement risk score

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Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.

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Role-based compliance checklist

general_counsel Monitor the status of the 'Advanced Artificial Intelligence Licensing Act' in the NY Legislature.
compliance_officer Assess current and planned AI systems for classification as 'high-risk advanced artificial intelligence systems' based on proposed criteria.
chief_ai_officer Prepare for potential registration and licensing requirements for relevant AI systems.
cto Review and align AI development and operation practices with the proposed 'advanced artificial intelligence ethical code of conduct.'
product_manager Identify any AI systems that may fall under prohibited categories and plan for mitigation or cessation of development/operation.

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Vendor impact assessment

Vendor risk class: high
Procurement categories: hr_tech, customer_service_ai, fraud_detection, security_tooling, other

Vendors providing AI systems in New York may need to comply with new state-level licensing, registration, and ethical conduct requirements, especially for high-risk or advanced AI. Prohibited AI systems will necessitate immediate attention.

Sample vendor questions

Does your AI system qualify as a 'high-risk advanced artificial intelligence system' under New York's proposed act?
Are you prepared to assist with registration and licensing requirements for your AI systems deployed in New York?
How will your AI system's design and operation align with New York's proposed advanced artificial intelligence ethical code of conduct?
What measures are in place to ensure your AI system does not fall into categories prohibited by the proposed act in New York?

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legislation In Assembly Committee 1/27/2025

NY A3356 Proposes Advanced AI Licensing and Ethical Code

The bill introduces licensing requirements and an ethical code for advanced AI systems in New York [1].

This signals a state-level intent to impose significant pre-deployment controls and ethical standards on advanced AI systems.

Deadline: No fixed deadline — currently in committee.

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Frequently asked questions

What is A3356?: New York Assembly Bill A3356 introduces the "advanced artificial intelligence licensing act," proposing comprehensive regulation for advanced AI systems [1]. The bill mandates registration and licensing for high-risk advanced artificial intelligence systems and establishes an ethical code of conduct. It also includes provisions regarding system operation and prohibitions on the development and use of certain AI systems [2]. Primary source →
Why does A3356 matter?: This signals a state-level intent to impose significant pre-deployment controls and ethical standards on advanced AI systems. Primary source →
Who does A3356 affect?: Organizations developing or deploying advanced artificial intelligence systems within New York State are directly in scope. This includes entities operating AI systems identified as 'high-risk,' which would require registration and licensing under the proposed act. Business functions involved in AI development, procurement, legal, and compliance would be affected by the proposed prohibitions and ethical code requirements. Primary source →
What are the key dates for A3356?: No fixed deadline — currently in committee. Primary source →
What is the current status of A3356?: As of the last published update, A3356 is at the "committee" stage, with bill status "In Assembly Committee". Primary source →
Where can I find the primary source for A3356?: The primary source for the most recent update is at https://legislation.nysenate.gov/bills/2025/A3356. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →

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This brief is published by AIGI as a regulatory intelligence service. It contains general information about AI laws, regulations, enforcement actions, and policy signals across jurisdictions. It is not legal, compliance, audit, or risk-management advice; it does not establish an attorney-client, advisory, or fiduciary relationship; and it should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional counsel applied to specific facts and circumstances. Where the brief identifies “Issues for Review,” those are observations of questions a reader in a particular role might raise with their own legal, compliance, or risk function — not recommendations to act. AIGI expressly disclaims liability for actions taken or not taken in reliance on this brief. Subscribers in regulated industries should consult licensed professionals authorized to practice in their jurisdiction.

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NY A3356 Proposes Advanced AI Licensing and Ethical Code

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