This bill prohibits employers from using facial recognition services during job interviews without applicant consent.
If you use facial recognition in hiring in Maryland, you must obtain applicant consent or face legal consequences.
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What This Means
Maryland's HB1202 prohibits employers from using facial recognition technology during job interviews unless applicants provide consent. This legislation aims to protect job seekers' privacy and ensure transparency in hiring practices. Employers must be aware of the consent requirements, although the bill does not mention any penalties for non-compliance.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits employers from using facial recognition services during job interviews without consent.
- Requires applicants to provide consent through a signed waiver.
- Specifies the contents that must be included in the waiver.
Latest Legislative Action
Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 446
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Fisher R | Sponsor | HD-027C |
| Christopher Adams R | Sponsor | HD-037B |
| Steven Arentz R | Sponsor | HD-036 |
| Dereck Davis D | Sponsor | HD-025 |
| Seth Howard R | Sponsor | HD-030B |
| Warren Miller R | Sponsor | HD-009A |
| Lily Qi D | Sponsor | HD-015 |
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Compliance Checklist
Who: Employers conducting job interviews.
Deadline: Effective immediately since October 1, 2020.
Penalty: Potential legal action from applicants.
Who: Employers.
Deadline: Effective immediately since October 1, 2020.
Penalty: Potential legal action from applicants.
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