West Virginia HB5567 establishes the Biometric Information Privacy Act to regulate biometric data collection, retention, and disclosure by private.
West Virginia HB5567, the Biometric Information Privacy Act, aims to protect individuals' biometric data by regulating its collection, retention, and disclosure by private entities. The act defines biometric identifiers and information, mandates secure storage and destruction practices, and restricts unauthorized sale, lease, or profit from such data. It also outlines conditions for permissible disclosure and establishes a right of action for aggrieved individuals, allowing for civil penalties and damages in cases of violations.
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