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AI Summary
SB857 prohibits state and local governments in Maryland from using facial recognition services, with enforcement by the Attorney General.
Business Impact
If you operate a business using facial recognition in Maryland, you must cease its use or face potential legal 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
SB857 introduces a moratorium on the use of facial recognition services by state and local governments in Maryland. The bill empowers the Attorney General to enforce compliance and outlines penalties for violations. This legislation reflects growing concerns over privacy and surveillance related to facial recognition technology.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits state and local governments from using facial recognition services.
- Empowers the Attorney General to enforce compliance.
- Establishes penalties for violations, including injunctions.
- Terminates one year after enactment.
Latest Legislative Action
Hearing 3/11 at 1:00 p.m.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Waldstreicher | Primary |
Compliance Checklist
Cease all use of facial recognition services.
Who: State and local government units in Maryland.
Penalty: Potential injunctions and penalties.
Who: State and local government units in Maryland.
Penalty: Potential injunctions and penalties.
Full Legal Analysis
SB857 establishes a moratorium on the use of facial recognition services by certain persons and units of state and local government in Maryland. This prohibition aims to address concerns regarding privacy and the potential misuse of such technology. The bill grants the Office of the Attorney General the authority to enforce these provisions, ensuring compliance across relevant entities. Violators may face injunctions and penalties, emphasizing the seriousness of adherence to this moratorium. The bill is set to terminate one year after enactment, indicating a temporary measure that may prompt further legislative review or action regarding facial recognition technologies in the future.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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