A 8788 — Enacts The "Facial Recognition Technology Study Act"
A 8788 enacts the Facial Recognition Technology Study Act, which mandates a study on the use of facial recognition technology by state and local government agencies. The bill aims to assess the privacy and civil liberties implications of such technology and evaluate its impact on marginalized communities. It is intended to inform future policy decisions regarding the regulation of facial recognition systems. The bill was introduced in the 2025-2026 legislative session and referred to the Committee on Governmental Operations on January 7, 2026.
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