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AI Summary
This bill mandates public hearings before law enforcement agencies can use facial recognition technology.
Business Impact
If you operate a law enforcement agency in New Jersey, you must hold public hearings before using facial recognition technology.
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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
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What This Means
Assembly Bill A5974 requires law enforcement agencies in New Jersey to conduct public hearings before implementing facial recognition technology. This legislation aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the use of such technology. Agencies currently using this technology must also hold a hearing within 60 days of the bill's effective date.
Key Provisions
- Public hearings required before using facial recognition technology by law enforcement.
- Existing users of facial recognition must hold a hearing within 60 days of the bill's effective date.
- Objectives and goals of technology use must be identified during public hearings.
- A second public hearing is mandated five years after the initial hearing.
- Defines 'facial recognition technology' as a computer application using facial recognition algorithms.
Latest Legislative Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Zwicker D | Sponsor | HD-016 |
| Herbert Conaway D | Sponsor | HD-007 |
Compliance Checklist
Hold a public hearing regarding the use of facial recognition technology
Who: Attorney General or governing body of the county/municipality
Deadline: Prior to the use of the technology or within 60 days if already in use
Who: Attorney General or governing body of the county/municipality
Deadline: Prior to the use of the technology or within 60 days if already in use
Identify clear objectives and goals for the use of facial recognition technology
Who: Attorney General or governing body of the county/municipality
Deadline: During the public hearing
Who: Attorney General or governing body of the county/municipality
Deadline: During the public hearing
Conduct a second public hearing to assess objectives after five years
Who: Attorney General or governing body of the county/municipality
Deadline: Five years after the initial public hearing
Who: Attorney General or governing body of the county/municipality
Deadline: Five years after the initial public hearing
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Full Legal Analysis
Assembly Bill A5974 mandates that prior to the use of facial recognition technology by any State, county, or municipal law enforcement agency, a public hearing must be held. The Attorney General or the governing body of the relevant jurisdiction is responsible for organizing this hearing, which must provide adequate notice to the public. If an agency is already using facial recognition technology, it must conduct a hearing within 60 days of the bill's effective date. During these hearings, clear objectives and goals for the technology's use must be identified. Furthermore, a second public hearing is required five years after the initial one to assess whether the stated objectives have been met. The bill defines 'facial recognition technology' as a computer application that uses algorithms to identify or verify individuals from digital images or video frames. This legislation aims to enhance public oversight and accountability regarding the deployment of facial recognition technology by law enforcement agencies.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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