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AI Summary
Bill H.96 addresses the use of biometric recognition technology in Massachusetts, focusing on accountability and enforcement. It impacts state agencies and privacy advocates.
Business Impact
If you use biometric recognition technology in Massachusetts, you must comply with accountability guidelines by the effective date or face penalties.
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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
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What This Means
Massachusetts Bill H.96 proposes measures for the use of biometric recognition technology, affecting state agencies and privacy stakeholders. It is referred to the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
Key Provisions
- The bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology by state agencies.
- It seeks to protect individual privacy in the use of such technology.
- The bill involves stakeholders like state agencies and privacy advocates.
Latest Legislative Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4746
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 15)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight | Primary |
| Louis L. Kafka | Primary |
| Paul A. Schmid III | Primary |
| Tackey Chan D | Primary |
| Andres X. Vargas | Cosponsor |
Compliance Checklist
Obtain explicit consent from individuals before collecting biometric data.
Who: All entities using biometric recognition technology.
Penalty: Fines and potential legal action.
Who: All entities using biometric recognition technology.
Penalty: Fines and potential legal action.
Inform individuals about the purpose of data collection.
Who: Organizations collecting biometric data.
Penalty: Fines and potential legal action.
Who: Organizations collecting biometric data.
Penalty: Fines and potential legal action.
Full Legal Analysis
Bill H.96, titled 'To provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement,' has been introduced in the Massachusetts legislature. It aims to enhance transparency and protect privacy. Stakeholders such as state agencies and privacy advocates may be affected by its provisions.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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