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S 8223

Prohibits the use of a facial recognition system by a landlord on any residential premises

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Brian Kavanagh

Prohibits landlords from using facial recognition on residential properties, protecting tenant privacy by banning biometric access and screening.

REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
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Bill Summary · S 8223

Summary of Bill S 8223: Prohibits the Use of Facial Recognition by Landlords on Residential Premises

Overview

  • Bill number: S 8223
  • Title/purpose: Prohibits the use of a facial recognition system by a landlord on any residential premises.
  • Introduced: May 23, 2025
  • Status: Referred to the Judiciary (as of May 23, 2025)
  • Sponsor: Brian Kavanagh (primary)

Legislative Actions

  • 2025-05-23: Referred to Judiciary (listed twice in the record)

Key Provisions (as described)

  • The bill would prohibit landlords from using facial recognition systems on any residential premises.
  • Based on the information available, no additional provisions (definitions, exemptions, penalties, or enforcement mechanisms) are specified. The full text would clarify the scope (e.g., types of landlords covered, what constitutes a “facial recognition system,” and whether any exceptions exist).

Scope and Impact

  • Who is affected: Landlords, property owners, and property managers responsible for residential properties; potentially tenants who would benefit from reduced biometric surveillance.
  • What is prohibited: The use, deployment, or reliance on facial recognition technology for access control, tenant screening, or any other function related to residential premises.
  • Potential benefits for tenants: Enhanced privacy and protection against biometric surveillance and automated decision-making tied to facial recognition.
  • Potential considerations for landlords: If enacted, landlords would need to discontinue facial recognition deployments and may need to substitute alternative security or screening methods that do not rely on biometric data.

Related Legislative Context

  • Related bills (prior-session): S 5687, S 73, S 2478
  • Companion bills (current-session): A 6363 (listed as companion in both instances)

Procedural Timeline and Next Steps

  • The bill has been referred to the Judiciary committee, which typically handles bills related to legal and civil rights considerations. Next steps often include committee hearings, potential amendments, and votes in committee before moving to the floor for full chamber consideration. If advanced, it would proceed similarly through the other legislative chamber and toward potential enactment.

Notes for Readers

  • The summary reflects information provided about S 8223. For a complete understanding of definitions, enforcement provisions, penalties, effective dates, and any exceptions, the full bill text and committee reports should be consulted when available.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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