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AI Summary
This bill prohibits the use of facial and biometric recognition technologies in video lottery terminals and online betting applications in Rhode Island.
Business Impact
If you operate video lottery terminals or online betting applications in Rhode Island, you must stop using facial recognition technology immediately to avoid penalties.
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— 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
The Rhode Island Consumer Protection Gaming Act seeks to ban facial and biometric recognition technologies in gaming environments. This legislation aims to protect consumer privacy and prevent surveillance in video lottery terminals and online betting applications.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits facial recognition technology in video lottery terminals.
- Prohibits biometric recognition technology in video lottery terminals.
- Prohibits facial and biometric recognition in online betting applications.
Latest Legislative Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 6)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Bridget Valverde D | Sponsor | SD-035 |
| Jonathon Acosta D | Sponsor | SD-016 |
| Louis Dipalma D | Sponsor | SD-012 |
| Samuel Zurier D | Sponsor | SD-003 |
| Victoria Gu D | Sponsor | SD-038 |
Compliance Checklist
Cease the use of facial recognition technology
Who: Operators of video lottery terminals and online betting applications
Penalty: Potential legal consequences for non-compliance
Who: Operators of video lottery terminals and online betting applications
Penalty: Potential legal consequences for non-compliance
Cease the use of biometric recognition technology
Who: Operators of video lottery terminals and online betting applications
Penalty: Potential legal consequences for non-compliance
Who: Operators of video lottery terminals and online betting applications
Penalty: Potential legal consequences for non-compliance
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
The Rhode Island Consumer Protection Gaming Act prohibits the use of facial recognition technology and biometric recognition technology specifically in video lottery terminals operated by pari-mutuel licensees and in online betting applications. This prohibition aims to enhance consumer privacy and mitigate concerns regarding surveillance and data misuse in the gaming industry. All pari-mutuel licensees and operators of online betting applications must comply with this regulation. The bill does not specify penalties for non-compliance.
Official Source
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