HB465 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rod Scott

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Artificial intelligence, limit the use of facial recognition, to ensure artificial intelligence is not the only basis for arrest

Summary

HB465 would prevent Alabama law enforcement from using facial recognition match results as the sole basis for arrests or establishing probable cause.

What This Bill Does

It defines facial recognition technology and facial biometric data, and prohibits state or local law enforcement from using match results as the sole basis to arrest someone or establish probable cause. If facial recognition is used, its results must be combined with other lawfully obtained information and evidence. The act specifies when it becomes effective after passage and governor approval.

Who It Affects

• State and local law enforcement agencies: would be prohibited from using facial recognition match results as the sole basis for arrest or establishing probable cause, and must rely on additional evidence.
• General public in Alabama: protected from being arrested solely based on facial recognition matches; their data can still be used only as part of a broader set of evidence.

Key Provisions

• Facial recognition match results cannot be the sole basis to establish probable cause or to make an arrest.
• Match results may be used only in conjunction with other lawfully obtained information and evidence.
• Defines facial recognition technology and facial biometric data for the purposes of the act.
• Effective date: the act becomes law on the first day of the third month after passage and governor approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Artificial Intelligence