Ethical Use of Facial Recognition Act

Senate Bill 5289 - Ethical Use of Facial Recognition Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2024-03-13T02:40:20Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 5289 Ethical Use of Facial Recognition Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/13/2024, 2:40 AM

Congressional Summary of S 5289

Ethical Use of Facial Recognition Act

This bill prohibits federal agencies from using facial recognition software until the enactment of legislation that implements certain guidance on its use, as recommended by a specialized commission created under this bill.

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Current Status of Bill S 5289

Bill S 5289 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 15, 2022. Bill S 5289 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on December 15, 2022. Bill S 5289's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of December 15, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5289

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Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5289

Ethical Use of Facial Recognition Act

A bill to create a moratorium on the government use of facial recognition technology until a Commission recommends the appropriate guidelines and limitation for use of facial recognition technology.