The bill establishes requirements and procedures for law enforcement's use of facial recognition technology, including annual audits for compliance.
If your agency uses facial recognition technology, you must conduct an annual audit for compliance by October 1 each year or face potential penalties.
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What This Means
Maryland's HB223 aims to regulate the use of facial recognition technology by law enforcement agencies. It mandates annual audits to ensure compliance with the law and local policies. The bill also requires the Department of State Police to create a model policy for statewide use, impacting how agencies implement this technology.
Key Provisions
- Requires annual audits for law enforcement agencies using facial recognition technology.
- Mandates compliance with local laws, regulations, and policies.
- The Department of State Police must publish a model policy for facial recognition technology use.
Latest Legislative Action
Third Reading Passed (47-0)
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| David Moon D | Sponsor | HD-020 |
| Sara Love D | Sponsor | HD-016 |
| Jon Cardin D | Sponsor | HD-011 |
| Frank Conaway D | Sponsor | HD-040 |
| Robin Grammer R | Sponsor | HD-006 |
| Aaron Kaufman D | Sponsor | HD-018 |
| Cheryl Pasteur D | Sponsor | HD-011 |
| Scott Phillips D | Sponsor | HD-010 |
| Karen Simpson D | Sponsor | HD-003 |
| Kym Taylor D | Sponsor | HD-023 |
| Karen Toles D | Sponsor | HD-025 |
| Nicole Williams D | Sponsor | HD-022 |
Roll Call Votes
Amendments (2)
Compliance Checklist
Who: Law enforcement agencies using or contracting for facial recognition technology
Deadline: By October 1 each year
Penalty: Potential unspecified penalties for non-compliance
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Deadline: As soon as the model policy is published
Penalty: Potential unspecified penalties for non-compliance
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