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This bill amends existing law related to alcohol and tobacco sales by clarifying what information licensees (such as liquor stores, bars, or tobacco shops) can and cannot electronically record when verifying a customer's age. Specifically, the bill allows licensees to scan approved forms of identification to verify a person's age for purchasing alcohol or tobacco products, but prohibits them from electronically storing or retaining specific personal details from those identification documents. These prohibited details include a person's photograph, social security number, driver identification number, name, address (except zip code), telephone number, and medical or disability information. The intent appears to be protecting individuals' personal privacy while still allowing businesses to confirm age for legal sales. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, and according to the fiscal note, it is not expected to have any financial impact on state, county, or local government budgets.

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