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AI Summary
This bill prohibits schools from using biometric identifying technology, allowing it only for specific employee identification purposes.
Business Impact
If you operate a school in New York, you must cease using biometric technology for non-compliant purposes immediately or face 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
Affected Industries
What This Means
The proposed legislation aims to restrict the use of biometric identifying technology in schools, allowing it only for specific employee-related purposes. This bill seeks to protect student privacy and civil rights by limiting the application of such technology.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits schools from using biometric identifying technology for any purpose except specified employee identification.
- Allows fingerprint identification of prospective employees for compliance with education law.
- Requires written consent from employees for the use of biometric technology.
Latest Legislative Action
referred to education
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Maryjane Shimsky D | Sponsor | HD-092 |
| Monica Wallace D | Sponsor | HD-143 |
Compliance Checklist
Cease using biometric identifying technology for non-compliant purposes
Who: All public and nonpublic elementary and secondary schools in New York
Deadline: Immediately upon enactment
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance, though not specified
Who: All public and nonpublic elementary and secondary schools in New York
Deadline: Immediately upon enactment
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance, though not specified
Obtain written consent from employees for biometric technology use
Who: Schools utilizing biometric technology for employee identification
Deadline: Before utilizing such technology
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance, though not specified
Who: Schools utilizing biometric technology for employee identification
Deadline: Before utilizing such technology
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance, though not specified
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New York S 9643 — Relates to banning the use of biometric identifying technol…
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Full Legal Analysis
The bill amends the state technology law to prohibit public and nonpublic elementary and secondary schools from purchasing or utilizing biometric identifying technology for any purpose other than specified employee identification. Schools may only use such technology for fingerprint identification of prospective employees or for employees who have provided written consent. The bill emphasizes the importance of privacy and civil rights. This legislation reflects a growing trend in various states to regulate the use of biometric technology in educational institutions, focusing on protecting individual rights and privacy.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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