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This bill modifies existing New Hampshire law regarding the collection and use of biometric data by expanding the exceptions under which such data can be obtained, retained, or provided. Specifically, the bill amends the current statute (RSA 359-N:2, I(c)) to allow for additional circumstances where biometric data can be handled, referencing a new provision in RSA 507-I. Biometric data typically includes unique physical or behavioral characteristics such as fingerprints, facial recognition, or iris scans. The bill aims to provide clearer guidelines about when and how personal biometric information can be collected or shared, potentially balancing privacy protections with necessary data usage scenarios. The legislation is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, which gives organizations and government entities time to adjust their data collection and management practices. While the fiscal note indicates no direct revenue impact, it acknowledges that the bill may have indeterminable expenditure implications for state and local governments, particularly in terms of potential judicial and correctional system costs related to enforcing the new privacy regulations.

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