The bill establishes a Task Force on Facial Recognition Privacy Protection to study and make recommendations regarding the use of facial recognition technology by state and local governments.
If you use facial recognition technology in Maryland, you must comply with recommendations from the Task Force by December 6, 2021, or face potential regulatory scrutiny.
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What This Means
SB587 aims to create a Task Force focused on the privacy implications of facial recognition technology. This initiative will involve studying its use by state and local governments, ultimately leading to recommendations. Stakeholders in technology and privacy sectors should pay close attention to the Task Force's findings.
Key Provisions
- Establishes a Task Force on Facial Recognition Privacy Protection.
- Task Force to study and make recommendations for facial recognition technology.
- Requires a report of findings and recommendations by December 6, 2021.
Latest Legislative Action
Hearing 3/31 at 1:30 p.m.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Sydnor D | Sponsor | SD-044 |
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Amendments (1)
Compliance Checklist
Who: Businesses using facial recognition technology.
Deadline: By December 6, 2021.
Penalty: Potential regulatory scrutiny.
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