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NY A 1045

NY A 1045: Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance technology by law enforcement; establishes the biometric surveillance regulation task force; and provides… Verified

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Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance technology by law enforcement; establishes the biometric surveillance regulation task force; and provides for the expiration and repeal of certain provisions

AI Summary

This bill prohibits law enforcement from using facial recognition and other biometric surveillance technologies, establishes a task force with specific duties, and outlines conditions for the expiration and repeal of certain provisions.

Business Impact

If you operate in law enforcement in New York, you must cease using biometric surveillance technology immediately or face legal consequences.

State
New York
Bill Number
A 1045
Status
In Committee
Risk Level
High
Category
Comprehensive
Last Verified
Jun 3, 2026
Data Updated
Jun 3, 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 Enforcement Technology Providers

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What This Means

The proposed bill A 1045 prohibits New York law enforcement from using facial recognition and other biometric surveillance technologies, establishes a task force with defined roles, and specifies conditions for the expiration and repeal of certain provisions.

Key Provisions

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REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS

Compliance Checklist

Cease using biometric surveillance technology
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Legal consequences for non-compliance

Related & Companion Bills

New York S 1033 — Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance technology by l… New York S00079 — Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance technology by l… New York S 5609 — Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance technology by l…

Full Legal Analysis

Bill A 1045 prohibits New York law enforcement from using facial recognition, iris scans, and other biometric surveillance technologies. It establishes a biometric surveillance regulation task force composed of experts in technology, law enforcement, and civil liberties, tasked with studying and recommending regulations on biometric technology. The bill specifies that provisions related to temporary bans on specific technologies will expire and be repealed upon the establishment of permanent regulations by the task force.

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