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SB1038

Law enforcement: facial recognition and other biometric surveillance. Verified

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AI Summary

SB1038 aims to amend Section 832.19 of the Penal Code concerning law enforcement's use of facial recognition and biometric surveillance.

Business Impact

If you use biometric surveillance in law enforcement, monitor legislative changes for compliance requirements.

State
California
Bill Number
SB1038
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Amendment
Last Action
May 27, 2022
Last Verified
Apr 23, 2026
Data Updated
Apr 23, 2026
What do these statuses mean?
Introduced — Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee — Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed — Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted — Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed — Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown — Status data not yet available or awaiting classification

Affected Industries

Law Enforcement Surveillance Technology Technology

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What This Means

SB1038, introduced in the California Senate, seeks to amend Section 832.19 of the Penal Code. It addresses the use of facial recognition and biometric surveillance by law enforcement agencies.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

Ordered to inactive file.

Bill Sponsors

Name Role District
Sponsor SD-035

Roll Call Votes

S · Senate 3rd Reading SB1038 Bradford · May 26, 2022
19 Yea 9 Nay 12 Other Passed ✓
S · Senate 3rd Reading SB1038 Bradford Reconsider · May 26, 2022
38 Yea 0 Nay 2 Other Passed ✓
S · Do pass · Mar 15, 2022
4 Yea 1 Nay Passed ✓

Compliance Checklist

Ensure compliance with new regulations on biometric surveillance technologies
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance

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