HB4682

Fourth Amendment Restoration Act

Introduced·1/21/26
Intr Text

Prohibits law enforcement from using certain surveillance and AI technologies without a warrant.

The Fourth Amendment Restoration Act prohibits law enforcement and political subdivision officials from using technologies like facial recognition, surveillance drones, and digital identity ecosystems. These technologies are deemed inherently unreasonable and unconstitutional. The bill creates criminal penalties for violations and allows individuals whose rights are violated to have a private cause of action against the offending officer or official. The act is effective upon passage.

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History

Jan 21

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 21

House

To Judiciary

Jan 21

House

Introduced in House