Bill > HF560

This bill requires the Minnesota Department of Public Safety to use facial recognition technology when processing driver's license and Minnesota identification card applications and renewals, starting January 1, 2027. The technology will use mathematical algorithms to compare an applicant's facial features against existing records from the Department of Public Safety, FBI databases, and other law enforcement systems, with the goals of preventing multiple license issuances, stopping identity fraud, and speeding up application processing. If the facial recognition software identifies a potential identity match, a department employee will review the match. If confirmed as valid, the commissioner must withhold issuing a license and refer the matter to law enforcement. The receiving law enforcement entity will then independently verify the match and can choose to pursue criminal prosecution if the match is confirmed. If the law enforcement agency determines the match is invalid, the license application can proceed normally. The bill aims to enhance identity verification and prevent fraudulent license applications through technological screening.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF0560&ssn=0&y=2025