Senate introduces bill regarding police surveillance and facial recognition
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Senator Ron Wyden has introduced the Preventing Authoritarian Policing Tactics on America’s Streets Act in the Senate. The bill aims to restrict how law enforcement agencies use certain technologies, specifically focusing on facial recognition and other biometric tools.
Why it matters: This bill would change how police departments use surveillance technology; however, its actual impact depends on whether it passes both chambers and is signed by the President.
Who it affects
- Law enforcement agencies at the federal and local levels
This information comes from Congress.gov regarding a Senate bill; please consult the official text before relying on this information for legal or compliance purposes.
Agency: Senate
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document