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PA HB926

PA HB926
Providing for a requirement for commercial establishments to disclose the use and collection of biometric identifier information and providing for a private cause of action.


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Introduced
04/17/2023
In Committee
04/17/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Providing for a requirement for commercial establishments to disclose the use and collection of biometric identifier information and providing for a private cause of action.

AI Summary

This bill, known as the Biometric Identifier Signage Act, requires commercial establishments that collect, retain, convert, store, or share customers' biometric identifier information (such as fingerprints, iris scans, or facial geometry) to disclose this practice by placing a clear and conspicuous sign near all customer entrances. The bill prohibits commercial establishments from selling, leasing, trading, or sharing biometric identifier information for profit. It also provides customers with a private cause of action to recover damages if their rights under the act are violated, including attorney's fees and other relief. The bill exempts the state and its political subdivisions, as well as financial institutions and certain photography or video recording practices, from its disclosure requirements.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

Referred to COMMERCE (on 04/17/2023)

Bill Topics

Banking, Finance, and Domestic Commerce
  • ‐ Consumer Safety and Consumer Fraud
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Right to Privacy and Access to Government Information
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Civil Law and Procedure

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