A 27 New York Assembly · 2021 Regular Session

Establishes the biometric privacy act

Summary
Establishes the biometric privacy act; requires private entities in possession of biometric identifiers or biometric information to develop a written policy establishing a retention schedule and guidelines for permanently destroying biometric identifiers and biometric information when the initial purpose for collecting or obtaining such identifiers or information has been satisfied or within three years of the individual's last interaction with the private entity, whichever occurs first.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2021
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Introduced Jan 6, 2021 Last action Jan 5, 2022
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Jan 5, 2022
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REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
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Jan 6, 2021
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REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
lower
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Aileen Gunther
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