SB56 Alabama 2022 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Arthur OrrSenator

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Donnie ChesteenRandy PriceClay ScofieldBobby D. SingletonRodger SmithermanLarry StuttsTom Whatley

Session

Regular Session 2022

Title

Facial recognition technology, use of match as the sole basis of probable cause or arrest, prohibited

Summary

SB56 would ban state and local law enforcement from using facial recognition match results as the sole basis for arrest or establishing probable cause, requiring additional evidence.

What This Bill Does

It prohibits using facial recognition match results alone to establish probable cause or to make an arrest. It allows facial recognition matches to be used only when combined with other lawfully obtained information and evidence. It defines facial biometric data and facial recognition technology, and sets an effective date for when the law takes effect.

Who It Affects

• State and local law enforcement agencies: cannot rely on facial recognition matches as the sole basis for probable cause or arrests; must use them with additional information.
• People who may be the subject of investigations or arrests: their facial recognition matches cannot be the sole basis for probable cause or arrest.

Key Provisions

• Definition section establishing facial biometric data and facial recognition technology.
• Prohibition on using facial recognition match results as the sole basis for probable cause or arrest; use only with other information and evidence.
• Effective date: becomes law on July 1, 2022 (the first day of the third month after passage/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