HB5521

Illinois Biometric Surveillance Act restricts law enforcement use of biometric data and facial recognition services.

The Illinois Biometric Surveillance Act prohibits law enforcement agencies from obtaining, retaining, or using biometric identification systems or information derived from such systems. It also restricts the Secretary of State from providing facial recognition search services or photographs obtained in the process of issuing a driver's license or permit to law enforcement agencies for immigration enforcement purposes. The Act allows for the release of personal information only to specific entities and under certain conditions, such as written requests or court orders.