Now in Effect: Virginia Law is a De Facto Ban on Facial Recognition Surveillance
RICHMOND, Va. (July 1, 2021) โ 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...
Virginia Legalizes Marijuana Despite Federal Prohibition
RICHMOND, Va. (April 8, 2021) โ Yesterday, the Virginia House and Senate gave final approval to a bill that legalizes marijuana for adult use this year despite ongoing cannabis prohibition. Sen. Adam Ebbin (D-Alexandria) and Sen. Louise Lucas (D-Portsmouth) introduced...
New Virginia Law is a De Facto Ban on Facial Recognition Surveillance
RICHMOND, Va. (April 8, 2021) โ Yesterday, the Virginia House and Senate gave final approval to a bill that sets the stage to limit the acquisition and use of facial recognition surveillance technology. The proposed law will not only help protect privacy in Virginia;...