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Trustee Archive
Facial recognition systems use biometrics to map facial features from a photograph or video. It then compares the information with a database of known faces to find a match. Verification algorithms are used to match subjects to clear reference images, like a passport photo or mugshot. Under ideal conditions, facial recognition systems can achieve accuracy scores as high as 99.97%. However, accuracy decreases when images are too small, of poor quality, or taken from different angles. Facial recognition algorithms rely strongly on the nose bridge as a key facial marker so this system can be confused by covering one’s nose bridge with accessories like jewelry, face paint, or creative hairstyling to conceal the area just above the nose and between the eyes. Facial recognition can help verify personal identity, but it also raises privacy issues.
Proposed Legislation: Reintroduction of S.3284 - Ethical Use of Facial Recognition Act (116th Congress 2019-2020)
Prospective Sponsor: Sen. Jeff Merkley (OR) |
- I oppose reforming current facial recognition policy and wish to donate resources to the campaign committee of Leader Charles Schumer (NY).
- I support:
1.) Prohibiting any federal officer, employee, or contractor from using facial recognition technology without a warrant until a congressional commission established by this bill recommends rules governing the use and limitations on both government and commercial use of such technology.
2.) Prohibiting federal funds to be used by a state or local government to invest in facial recognition software, purchase facial recognition technology services, or acquire images for use in facial recognition technology systems.
3.) Permitting an aggrieved person to bring a civil action for injunctive or declaratory relief in the appropriate U.S. district court.
And wish to donate resources to the campaign committee of Sen. Jeff Merkley (OR) and/or to an advocate group currently working with this issue.
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I support:
1.) Prohibiting any federal officer, employee, or contractor from using facial recognition technology without a warrant until a congressional commission established by this bill recommends rules governing the use and limitations on both government and commercial use of such technology.
2.) Prohibiting federal funds to be used by a state or local government to invest in facial recognition software, purchase facial recognition technology services, or acquire images for use in facial recognition technology systems.
3.) Permitting an aggrieved person to bring a civil action for injunctive or declaratory relief in the appropriate U.S. district court.
And wish to donate resources to the campaign committee of Sen. Jeff Merkley (OR) and/or to an advocate group currently working with this issue.
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- Senator
If elected as a trustee, the campaign committee of Sen. Jeff Merkley (OR) will be unconditionally awarded the funds pledged to this issue along with a letter requesting him to favorably consider either reintroducing S.3284 - Ethical Use of Facial Recognition Act (116th Congress 2019-2020), or a similar version thereof.
- Electronic Privacy Information Center
If elected as a trustee, Electronic Privacy Information Center will be awarded the funds pledged to this issue along with a letter requesting these funds be used to work and advocate against facial recognition technology.
About: EPIC is a public interest research center in Washington, DC. EPIC was established in 1994 to focus public attention on emerging privacy and civil liberties issues and to protect privacy, freedom of expression, and democratic values in the information age. EPIC pursues a wide range of program activities including policy research, public education, conferences, litigation, publications, and advocacy. EPIC routinely files amicus briefs in federal courts, pursues open government cases, defends consumer privacy, organizes conferences for NGOs, and speaks before Congress and judicial organizations about emerging privacy and civil liberties issues.
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- No trustee votes received.
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| Poll Opening Date |
January 16, 2023 |
| Poll Closing Date |
January 22, 2023 |
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