NY S6623: Enacts the "facial recognition technology study act" to study privacy concerns and potential regulatory approaches to the development of facial recog…
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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 establishes a task force to study privacy concerns and regulatory approaches for facial recognition technology in New York.
If you develop or use facial recognition technology in New York, you must prepare for potential regulatory changes by the task force's report in one year.
State
New York
Bill Number
S6623
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Study/Task Force
Last Action
Jan 8, 2020
Last Verified
May 16, 2026
Data Updated
May 16, 2026
What do these statuses mean?▼
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
Law EnforcementTechnologySurveillanceConsumer ProtectionSecurity
The Facial Recognition Technology Study Act aims to address privacy concerns and regulatory frameworks surrounding facial recognition technology. A task force will be established to investigate various aspects of this technology, including its potential misuse and existing regulations in other jurisdictions. The findings will be reported to the governor and legislature within one year, impacting developers and users of this technology.
Key Provisions
Establishes a task force to study facial recognition technology regulation.
Defines 'facial recognition technology' for the purposes of the act.
Requires a report on findings to be submitted within one year.
Task force members will not receive compensation but can claim expenses.
Mandates state agencies to assist the task force as needed.
Latest Legislative Action
REFERRED TO INTERNET AND TECHNOLOGY
Bill Sponsors
Name
Role
District
James SandersD
Sponsor
SD-010
Compliance Checklist
Prepare for potential regulatory changes based on task force findings. Who: Developers and users of facial recognition technology. Deadline: One year after the act's effective date. Penalty: Potential regulatory actions or restrictions based on findings.
The Facial Recognition Technology Study Act establishes a task force tasked with examining the regulatory landscape surrounding facial recognition technology. This includes assessing privacy concerns, potential misuse, and existing regulations from other states and countries. The task force will consist of appointed members from various governmental bodies and is required to report its findings to the governor and legislature within one year of the act's effective date. While the bill does not impose immediate compliance requirements or penalties, it signals a forthcoming regulatory framework that could affect businesses utilizing facial recognition technology. Key definitions include 'facial recognition technology,' which is defined as technology capable of identifying or verifying individuals through digital images or video frames. This bill aligns with similar legislative efforts in other states aimed at regulating emerging technologies and protecting individual privacy rights.
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