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MO SB554
Establishes the Biometric Information Privacy Act, which establishes requirements for and a cause of action against private entities in possession of biometric information
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Introduced
01/15/2025
01/15/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/16/2025
05/16/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Establishes the Biometric Information Privacy Act, which establishes requirements for and a cause of action against private entities in possession of biometric information
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Biometric Information Privacy Act, which creates comprehensive regulations for how private entities can collect, use, store, and share biometric identifiers and information. The act defines biometric identifiers as unique biological characteristics like retina or iris scans, fingerprints, voiceprints, and facial geometry, with specific exclusions for certain types of data. Private entities must develop a public written policy for retaining and destroying biometric data, obtain explicit written consent before collecting such information, and inform individuals about the purpose and duration of data collection. The bill prohibits selling or leasing biometric information and requires entities to protect this data using industry-standard security measures. Importantly, businesses cannot condition services on biometric data collection or charge different rates to individuals who exercise their privacy rights. Individuals who are aggrieved by violations can bring legal action, with potential damages ranging from $1,000 for negligent violations to $5,000 for intentional violations, and the court will award attorney's fees to prevailing plaintiffs. The act includes several exemptions, such as for healthcare providers, financial institutions, and government agencies, ensuring that the law does not unintentionally disrupt existing regulatory frameworks.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee (on 02/27/2025)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.senate.mo.gov/25info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=2236255 |
BillText | https://www.senate.mo.gov/25info/pdf-bill/intro/SB554.pdf |
Analysis - Summary: Introduced | https://www.senate.mo.gov/25info/BTS_Web/Summary.aspx?SessionType=R&SummaryID=342758&BillID=2236255 |
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