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Enacts the "facial recognition technology study act" to study privacy concerns and potential regulatory approaches to the development of facial recognition technology.
AI Summary
The bill establishes a task force to study privacy concerns and regulatory approaches related to facial recognition technology in New York.
Business Impact
If you develop or use facial recognition technology in New York, you must prepare for potential regulatory changes by the task force's report in one year.
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What This Means
The Facial Recognition Technology Study Act aims to address privacy concerns and regulatory frameworks surrounding facial recognition technology. A task force will be established to explore various aspects of this technology, including its potential misuse and existing regulations in other jurisdictions.
Key Provisions
- Establishes a task force to study facial recognition technology regulation.
- Defines facial recognition technology and its implications for privacy.
- Requires a report of findings to be submitted within one year.
- Task force members will not receive compensation but can claim expenses.
- Members appointed by various state officials, including the governor.
- Task force can request data and assistance from state agencies.
Latest Legislative Action
REFERRED TO INTERNET AND TECHNOLOGY
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 11)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| COMRIE | Primary |
| HOYLMAN | Primary |
| James Sanders Jr. | Primary |
| PARKER | Primary |
| Robert Jackson D | Primary |
Roll Call Votes
Internet And Technology Vote ·
May 23, 2023
7 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Prepare for potential regulatory changes regarding facial recognition technology.
Who: Businesses using facial recognition technology.
Deadline: By the time the task force reports its findings, within one year.
Penalty: Potential future compliance requirements or penalties based on task force recommendations.
Who: Businesses using facial recognition technology.
Deadline: By the time the task force reports its findings, within one year.
Penalty: Potential future compliance requirements or penalties based on task force recommendations.
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Full Legal Analysis
The Facial Recognition Technology Study Act establishes a task force tasked with examining the regulatory landscape surrounding facial recognition technology. The bill defines 'facial recognition technology' as systems capable of identifying individuals from digital images or video by comparing facial features against a database. The task force will investigate privacy concerns, potential misuse, and existing regulatory measures in other states and countries, aiming to propose suitable regulatory frameworks. The findings must be reported to the governor and legislature within one year of the act's effective date. The task force will consist of appointed members from various governmental bodies, and it will have the authority to request assistance and data from state agencies to fulfill its duties.
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