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Introduced
06/15/2021
06/15/2021
In Committee
06/15/2021
06/15/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To prohibit biometric surveillance by the Federal Government without explicit statutory authorization and to withhold certain Federal public safety grants from State and local governments that engage in biometric surveillance.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to prohibit the federal government from acquiring, possessing, accessing, or using biometric surveillance systems, such as facial recognition and other remote biometric technologies, unless explicitly authorized by an Act of Congress that includes specific safeguards. It also makes state and local governments ineligible to receive certain federal public safety grants unless they have a law or policy similar to the federal ban. The bill defines key terms like "biometric surveillance system," "facial recognition," and "other remote biometric recognition," and includes provisions for judicial enforcement, civil penalties, and the use of federal funds. It also clarifies that the bill does not prohibit certain research activities or preempt more stringent state and local laws.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Ed Markey (D)*,
Cory Booker (D),
Jeff Merkley (D),
Bernie Sanders (I),
Elizabeth Warren (D),
Ron Wyden (D),
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 06/15/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/2052/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s2052/BILLS-117s2052is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s2052/BILLS-117s2052is.pdf.pdf |
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