Realigning Mobile Phone Biometrics for American Privacy Protection Act
Summary
The "Realigning Mobile Phone Biometrics for American Privacy Protection Act" aims to limit the use of facial recognition mobile applications by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Specifically, it restricts the use of applications like Mobile Fortify and Mobile Identify to only ports of entry. The bill also mandates the destruction of collected biometric data of US citizens, with strict timelines for data captured at ports of entry.
Expected Effects
This act, if enacted, would significantly curtail the DHS's ability to utilize facial recognition technology on mobile devices outside of designated ports of entry. It will also force DHS to destroy existing biometric data and limit the retention of newly collected data. This will likely lead to increased scrutiny of DHS's data collection practices.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced privacy for US citizens by limiting the use of facial recognition technology.
- Reduced risk of data breaches and misuse of biometric information.
- Increased transparency and accountability in DHS's data collection practices.
- Reinforces constitutional protections against unwarranted surveillance.
- Limits the scope of government surveillance to specific locations.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential hindrance to law enforcement efforts outside of ports of entry.
- Possible delays in identifying individuals who may pose a threat to national security.
- Increased costs associated with implementing and maintaining separate systems for ports of entry.
- Reduced ability to track and apprehend individuals who have violated immigration laws.
- May require DHS to develop new methods for identifying individuals outside of ports of entry.
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Constitutional Alignment
This bill aligns with the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. By limiting the use of facial recognition technology and mandating the destruction of collected data, the bill aims to prevent unwarranted government surveillance. The bill also supports the principles of individual liberty and privacy, which are fundamental to the US Constitution.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).