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AI Summary
The SC Biometric Data Privacy Act mandates businesses to protect consumer biometric data, allows consumers to request deletion, and prohibits the sale of such data.
Business Impact
If you collect biometric data in South Carolina, you must implement deletion requests and ensure data is not sold 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
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What This Means
The SC Biometric Data Privacy Act introduces significant regulations for businesses handling biometric data. It establishes consumer rights to request deletion of their biometric information and prohibits the sale of such data. Companies must also adhere to specific standards of care to protect this sensitive information.
Key Provisions
- Businesses must allow consumers to request deletion of their biometric information.
- Prohibits the sale of biometric information.
- Establishes standards of care for businesses collecting biometric data.
- Consumers can opt out of the sale of their biometric information.
- Prohibits discrimination against consumers who opt out.
- Imposes penalties for non-compliance, though specific amounts are not detailed.
Latest Legislative Action
Member(s) request name added as sponsor: J.L.Johnson
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Bruce Bryant R | Sponsor | HD-048 |
| Ivory Thigpen D | Sponsor | HD-079 |
| Jermaine Johnson D | Sponsor | HD-080 |
Compliance Checklist
Implement a process for consumers to request deletion of biometric data
Who: Businesses collecting biometric data
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance
Who: Businesses collecting biometric data
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance
Ensure biometric data is not sold
Who: Businesses collecting biometric data
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance
Who: Businesses collecting biometric data
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance
Full Legal Analysis
The SC Biometric Data Privacy Act requires businesses that collect biometric information to establish clear protocols for data protection and consumer rights. Key provisions include allowing consumers to request the deletion of their biometric data and prohibiting the sale of such information. Businesses must also ensure they do not discriminate against consumers who opt out of data sales. Non-compliance could result in penalties, although specific amounts are not detailed in the bill text. This act aligns with similar legislation in states like Illinois and California, which also focus on biometric data privacy and consumer rights.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
View H3063 on official legislature website →
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