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AI Summary
This bill seeks to limit the use of facial recognition technology in arrests, though its exact provisions are inferred from available metadata.
Business Impact
If you use facial recognition technology in Alabama, you must ensure it is not the only basis for arrests or face legal challenges.
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
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What This Means
SB113 aims to regulate the use of facial recognition technology in law enforcement, with an inferred focus on ensuring it is not the sole basis for making arrests.
Key Provisions
- Facial recognition is inferred not to be the sole basis for an arrest.
- Law enforcement agencies may need to ensure additional evidence supports arrests.
Latest Legislative Action
Pending third reading on day 15 Favorable from Judiciary
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 8)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Allen | Primary |
| Elliott | Primary |
| Garlan Gudger R | Primary |
| Orr | Primary |
| Pittman | Primary |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 4)
Orr motion to Adopt adopted Roll Call 242 ·
Feb 23, 2021
27 Yea
0 Nay
6 Other
Passed ✓
Motion: to Read a Third Time and Pass adopted Roll Call 243 ·
Feb 23, 2021
28 Yea
0 Nay
5 Other
Passed ✓
Motion: to Read a Third Time and Pass adopted Roll Call 261 ·
Mar 5, 2020
30 Yea
0 Nay
5 Other
Passed ✓
Amendments (1)
Senate Orr first Substitute Offered
Pending
2021-02-23
Compliance Checklist
Ensure facial recognition is not the only basis for arrests
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Potential legal challenges
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Potential legal challenges
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
SB113 seeks to limit the reliance on facial recognition technology in arrest scenarios, with an inferred intent that it cannot be the only basis for such actions. The bill is currently in committee, and its implications could impact how arrests are conducted and the protocols surrounding the use of AI in policing. Similar regulations are emerging in other states, reflecting a growing trend towards accountability in the use of AI technologies in law enforcement.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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