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AI Summary
Requires a public hearing before law enforcement can use facial recognition technology in New Jersey.
Business Impact
If you use facial recognition technology in law enforcement, you must hold a public hearing before use.
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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
Bill S364 mandates that a public hearing be held before any state, county, or municipal law enforcement agency in New Jersey uses facial recognition technology. This ensures transparency and public involvement in the decision-making process regarding the deployment of such technology.
Key Provisions
- Section 1(a): Public hearing required before use of facial recognition technology.
- Section 1(b): Hearing within 60 days if technology is already in use.
- Section 1(c): Follow-up hearing five years after initial hearing.
- Section 1(d): Definition of 'facial recognition technology'.
Latest Legislative Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Nia Gill D | Sponsor | SD-034 |
Compliance Checklist
Conduct a public hearing regarding the use of facial recognition technology
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
Bill S364, introduced in the New Jersey Legislature, requires a public hearing prior to the use of facial recognition technology by any state, county, or municipal law enforcement agency. According to Section 1(a), the Attorney General or the appropriate governing body must hold this hearing with adequate public notice. If an agency is already using the technology, a hearing must occur within 60 days of the bill's effective date, as per Section 1(b). During these hearings, clear objectives and goals for the technology's use must be identified, and a follow-up hearing is required five years later to assess if these goals have been met, as outlined in Section 1(c). The bill defines 'facial recognition technology' in Section 1(d) as a computer application using algorithms to identify or verify individuals from digital images or video frames. The act takes effect immediately upon passage.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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