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AI Summary
Retail establishments must display signs about facial recognition technology use, effective July 1, 2016.
Business Impact
If you operate a retail business in Connecticut using facial recognition, you must display a sign by July 1, 2016, or face a $100 fine.
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What This Means
Connecticut's HB5326 mandates that retail businesses using facial recognition technology must inform customers through conspicuous signage. This law aims to enhance transparency regarding biometric data collection practices. Non-compliance will result in fines, emphasizing the importance of adhering to this regulation for affected businesses.
Key Provisions
- Retail establishments must display a sign about facial recognition technology.
- Sign must be at least 8 inches high and 10 inches long.
- Failure to display the sign results in a $100 fine.
Latest Legislative Action
File Number 772
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| General Law Committee | Sponsor |
Roll Call Votes
H ·
House Roll Call Vote 183 AS AMENDED ·
Apr 29, 2016
128 Yea
18 Nay
5 Other
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Display a sign about facial recognition technology use
Who: Retail business establishments
Deadline: By July 1, 2016
Penalty: $100 fine for non-compliance
Who: Retail business establishments
Deadline: By July 1, 2016
Penalty: $100 fine for non-compliance
Full Legal Analysis
HB5326 requires retail business establishments that capture and store biometric identifiers, specifically facial images, to display a sign notifying individuals of this practice. The sign must be prominently placed and meet specific size requirements to ensure visibility. Compliance is mandatory for all retail establishments engaging in such data collection, with the law taking effect on July 1, 2016. Failure to display the required signage will result in a fine of $100. The bill defines 'biometric identifier' to include records of facial geometry, underscoring the focus on facial recognition technology. This legislation aligns with growing trends in various states to regulate the use of biometric data and enhance consumer privacy rights.
Official Source
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