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New York Senate Passes Bill to Ban Biometric Surveillance

5/13/2025

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The New York Senate Internet and Technology Committee has taken a bold step by passing Senate Bill S5609, which seeks to ban most biometric surveillance technologies used by law enforcement. This crucial legislation aims to protect civil liberties and prevent wrongful arrests tied to facial recognition, while also creating a task force to assess the implications of these technologies on privacy and accountability in policing.

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The New York Senate Internet and Technology Committee has taken a bold step by passing Senate Bill S5609, which seeks to ban most biometric surveillance technologies used by law enforcement. This crucial legislation aims to protect civil liberties and prevent wrongful arrests tied to facial recognition, while also creating a task force to assess the implications of these technologies on privacy and accountability in policing.