OBIM Authorization Act of 2018

Bill 115 hr 5206, also known as the OBIM Authorization Act of 2018, is a piece of legislation that focuses on the Office of Biometric Identity Management (OBIM) within the Department of Homeland Security. The bill aims to authorize funding for OBIM for the fiscal years 2019 and 2020.

The OBIM Authorization Act of 2018 seeks to enhance the capabilities of OBIM in managing biometric information, such as fingerprints and facial recognition data, to improve national security and facilitate the identification of individuals entering the United States. The bill also includes provisions for the development and implementation of new technologies to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of biometric identification processes.

Additionally, the OBIM Authorization Act of 2018 includes measures to strengthen privacy protections for individuals whose biometric information is collected and stored by OBIM. The bill requires OBIM to comply with existing privacy laws and regulations, as well as to implement safeguards to prevent unauthorized access to biometric data. Overall, the OBIM Authorization Act of 2018 aims to provide the necessary resources and authority to OBIM to effectively carry out its mission of enhancing national security through the use of biometric technology. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a critical step in improving the security and efficiency of the United States' immigration and border control systems.