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Enacts the "facial recognition technology study act" to study privacy concerns and potential regulatory approaches to the development of facial recognition technology.
AI Summary
The bill mandates a study on facial recognition technology, specifying the responsible entity and requiring a report with recommendations and a timeline.
Business Impact
If you use facial recognition technology, you must comply with forthcoming regulations by the study's conclusion or face penalties.
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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
The 'facial recognition technology study act' mandates a study on facial recognition technology, specifying the conducting entity and requiring a report with recommendations and a timeline.
Key Provisions
- Study of facial recognition technology by the New York State Department of Technology.
- Requirement for a report with recommendations.
- Timeline for completion specified.
Latest Legislative Action
referred to governmental operations
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| BAILEY | Primary |
| COMRIE | Primary |
| GIANARIS | Primary |
| James Sanders Jr. | Primary |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 4)
Floor Vote: Vote ·
Mar 16, 2026
60 Yea
2 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
Internet And Technology Vote ·
Feb 25, 2026
6 Yea
1 Nay
Passed ✓
Floor Vote: Vote ·
May 22, 2025
54 Yea
3 Nay
5 Other
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Form a task force to study facial recognition technology.
Who: State officials as appointed by the governor, senate president, and assembly speaker.
Deadline: Within one year of the act's effective date.
Penalty: No specific penalties for non-compliance.
Who: State officials as appointed by the governor, senate president, and assembly speaker.
Deadline: Within one year of the act's effective date.
Penalty: No specific penalties for non-compliance.
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Full Legal Analysis
The 'facial recognition technology study act' mandates an investigation into facial recognition technology in New York. The bill specifies that the New York State Department of Technology will conduct the study. It requires a report with recommendations and sets a timeline for completion. The study will explore various aspects of facial recognition technology as outlined in the bill text.
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Official Bill Text
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