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Introduced
02/21/2019
02/21/2019
In Committee
03/04/2019
03/04/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/03/2019
05/03/2019
Introduced Session
2019 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Creating the "Florida Biometric Information Privacy Act"; establishing requirements and restrictions on private entities as to the use, collection, and maintenance of biometric identifiers and biometric information; creating a private cause of action for relief for violations of the act, etc.
AI Summary
This bill creates the "Florida Biometric Information Privacy Act," which establishes requirements and restrictions on private entities regarding the use, collection, and maintenance of biometric identifiers (such as fingerprints, iris scans, or facial geometry) and biometric information. The bill requires private entities to develop a public policy for retaining and destroying biometric data, obtain written consent before collecting biometric information, and protect biometric data using reasonable security standards. The bill also creates a private cause of action, allowing individuals to recover damages for violations of the act's provisions.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died in Innovation, Industry, and Technology (on 05/03/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/1270 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/1270/BillText/Filed/HTML |
| Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/1270/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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