Committee on Technology
TL;DR
The Committee on Technology held a hearing to review facial recognition and biometric data collection in New York City. Two new laws were introduced: one would ban facial recognition technology in public spaces like stores and restaurants, and another would restrict its use in apartment buildings to protect residents' privacy.
Key Decisions
- Facial Recognition Ban in Public Accommodations Introduced for consideration
- Facial Recognition Restrictions in Residential Buildings Introduced for consideration
- Oversight hearing on biometric data collection practices Hearing held
Agenda
- T2026-1164 Oversight - Facial Recognition Technology and the Collection of Biometric Data.Oversight
- Int 0213-2026 A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York in relation to prohibiting places or providers of public accommodation from using biometric recognition technology and protecting any biometric identifier information collectedIntroduction
- Int 0428-2026 A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to limiting the use of facial recognition technology in residential buildingsIntroduction