Facial Recognition
Now in Effect: Virginia Law is a De Facto Ban on Facial Recognition Surveillance
RICHMOND, Va. (July 1, 2021) – A Virginia law went into effect today that sets the stage to limit the acquisition and use of facial recognition surveillance technology. The new law will not only help protect privacy in Virginia; it could also hinder one aspect of the...
To the Governor: Maine Passes Bill to Limit Government Use of Facial Recognition
AUGUSTA, Maine (June 16, 2021) – Yesterday, the Maine House and Senate gave final approval to a bill that would limit government use of facial recognition technology in the state. The growing movement to prohibit the use of facial recognition at the state and local...
Maine Committee Passes Bill to Limit Government Use of Facial Recognition
AUGUSTA, Maine (May 27, 2021) – On Monday, a Maine committee passed a bill that would limit government use of facial recognition technology in the state. The growing movement to prohibit the use of facial recognition at the state and local levels could hinder...
Massachusetts Bill Would Limit Police Use of Facial Recognition
BOSTON, Mass. (April 20,2021) – A bill introduced in the Massachusetts House would limit law enforcement use of facial recognition systems. The growing movement to prohibit the use of facial recognition at the state and local levels could hinder the operation of a...