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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
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.
If you operate in law enforcement in New York, you must cease using biometric surveillance technology immediately or face legal consequences.
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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
- Prohibits law enforcement from using facial recognition, iris scans, and other biometric surveillance technologies.
- Establishes a task force composed of experts to study and recommend regulations on biometric technology.
- Specifies that provisions related to temporary bans on specific technologies will expire and be repealed upon the establishment of permanent regulations by the task force.
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Who: Law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Legal consequences for non-compliance
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