Bill > SB1189

This bill adds a new title to the California Civil Code that regulates the use of biometric information by private entities. The key provisions of the bill include: 1. Requiring private entities in possession of biometric information to develop and make public a written policy establishing a retention schedule and guidelines for permanently destroying the biometric information. 2. Prohibiting private entities from collecting, using, or disclosing biometric information without first providing written notice and obtaining a written release from the individual. 3. Prohibiting private entities from selling, leasing, trading, or using biometric information for advertising purposes. 4. Requiring private entities to store, transmit, and protect biometric information using reasonable industry standards. 5. Allowing individuals to bring a civil action against private entities for violations of the bill's provisions and seek statutory damages, actual damages, punitive damages, and other relief. 6. Prohibiting private entities from conditioning the provision of services on the collection, use, or processing of biometric information unless it is strictly necessary for the service. The bill aims to provide stronger protections for individuals' biometric information and limit the ways in which private entities can collect, use, and disclose this sensitive data.

Budget and Finance, Justice

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