This Law Firm Publication by Jackson Lewis LLP discusses new restrictions on requests for Social Security Numbers signed into law by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on August 14, 2012. The new law will limit certain entities, including employers, from requiring individuals to disclose their Social Security Numbers for any purpose. Exceptions to the rule are provided for fraud investigations and criminal record checks, among other purposes. Employers and other entities who violate the law may be subject to civil penalties. The law becomes effective December 12, 2012.