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AI Summary
This bill aims to implement recommendations from a special commission on facial recognition technology in Massachusetts.
Business Impact
If you use facial recognition technology in Massachusetts, you must comply with new regulations 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
Affected Industries
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What This Means
The bill seeks to enact recommendations from a special commission on facial recognition technology in Massachusetts.
Key Provisions
- Include specific guidelines for the use of facial recognition technology.
- Establish oversight mechanisms to ensure compliance.
- Outline the implementation process involving key stakeholders.
Latest Legislative Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4640
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 81)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Chris Walsh | Primary |
| Kay Khan | Primary |
| Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. | Cosponsor |
| Angelo L. D'Emilia | Cosponsor |
| Ann-Margaret Ferrante | Cosponsor |
Compliance Checklist
Ensure transparency in the use of facial recognition technology
Who: Businesses using facial recognition
Penalty: Fines for non-compliance
Who: Businesses using facial recognition
Penalty: Fines for non-compliance
Obtain consent from individuals before capturing facial data
Who: Businesses using facial recognition
Penalty: Fines for non-compliance
Who: Businesses using facial recognition
Penalty: Fines for non-compliance
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Full Legal Analysis
The bill proposes to implement specific recommendations made by a special commission regarding facial recognition technology. The potential impact includes increased regulation and oversight of facial recognition technology.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
View H1946 on official legislature website →
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