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AI Summary
The bill establishes requirements and procedures for law enforcement's use of facial recognition technology and mandates training by 2025.
Business Impact
If you operate a law enforcement agency in Maryland using facial recognition technology, you must publish an annual report by February 1 each year.
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What This Means
SB192 aims to regulate the use of facial recognition technology by law enforcement agencies in Maryland. It mandates the development of a training program by 2025 and requires annual reporting on its usage. This bill impacts law enforcement agencies and sets clear guidelines for compliance.
Key Provisions
- Establishes requirements for law enforcement's use of facial recognition technology.
- Mandates training program development by June 30, 2025.
- Requires annual reporting on facial recognition technology usage by February 1.
- Sets procedures and prohibitions related to technology use.
- Aims to enhance accountability in law enforcement practices.
Latest Legislative Action
Third Reading Passed (121-9)
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 42)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Administration | Primary |
| Chair, Budget and Taxation Committee | Primary |
| Chair, Education, Energy, and the Environment Committee | Primary |
| Kelley | Primary |
| Klausmeier | Primary |
Roll Call Votes
On Third Reading ·
Mar 27, 2022
119 Yea
3 Nay
19 Other
Passed ✓
On Third Reading ·
Feb 14, 2022
47 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Amendments (2)
Favorable with Amendments 593723/1 Adopted
Adopted
2023-04-03
Favorable with Amendments 763520/1 Adopted
Adopted
2023-04-10
Compliance Checklist
Develop and implement a training program on facial recognition technology
Who: Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services
Deadline: By June 30, 2025
Who: Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services
Deadline: By June 30, 2025
Prepare and publish an annual report on facial recognition technology usage
Who: Law enforcement agencies using or contracting for the technology
Deadline: By February 1 each year
Who: Law enforcement agencies using or contracting for the technology
Deadline: By February 1 each year
Related & Companion Bills
Maryland SB182 — Criminal Procedure - Facial Recognition Technology - Requir…
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Maryland HB338 — Criminal Procedure – Facial Recognition Technology – Requir…
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Maryland HB223 — Criminal Procedure - Facial Recognition Technology - Requir…
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Maryland HB1046 — Criminal Procedure - Facial Recognition Technology - Requir…
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Full Legal Analysis
SB192 establishes specific requirements and procedures for law enforcement agencies utilizing facial recognition technology. It mandates that the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services develop and administer a training program regarding this technology by June 30, 2025. Furthermore, any law enforcement agency using or contracting to use facial recognition technology must prepare and publish an annual report detailing its usage by February 1 of each year. This bill reflects a growing trend among states to regulate the deployment of facial recognition technology, ensuring accountability and transparency in its use.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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