Posts by Jake Parker, Senior Director of Government Relations, Security Industry Association
Nation’s Strongest Regulations for Law Enforcement Use of Facial Recognition Technology Go Into Effect: Key Provisions of Maryland’s New Law
The only U.S. state to pass legislation specifically addressing facial recognition technology this year, Maryland’s new law was signed by Gov. Wes Moore on May 26, 2024, and went into…
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Update on California AI Measures After Conclusion of the 2024 Regular Legislative Session
Sept. 30, 2024, looms as the deadline for California Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign or veto any bills cleared by the legislature and sent to the governor’s office by the…
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California Bills Would Impact Artificial Intelligence, Shape Security
Movement on AI, Other Measures in California’s 2024 Legislative Session As California’s legislature enters the last days of its legislative session that ends Aug. 31, 2024, it’s do-or-die time for…
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Key Dismissal of BIPA Case Upheld in Federal Court: What SIA Members Need to Know
On June 17, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit affirmed the district court’s judgment concerning the plaintiff’s appeal in Zellmer vs. Meta Platforms, dismissing the case…
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Latest Federal Data Privacy Proposal Stalls in Committee: What It Means for the Security Industry
Meanwhile, More States Adopt Consensus Model On June 27, 2024, the House Energy and Commerce Committee canceled its planned markup of the American Privacy Rights Act (APRA), following pushback from…
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What Security Companies Need to Know About the New OMB Guidance on Use of AI by Federal Agencies
On March 28, 2024, the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued the final version of its memorandum (M-24-10) instructing federal agencies regarding implementation of the Biden administration’s…
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What to Know About Colorado’s New Biometric Data Requirements
Colorado Adds New Requirements for Biometric Data to Its Privacy Law: Marginal Adjustments in Contrast to Illinois BIPA On May 31, 2024, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signed into law HB-1130,…
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Misgivings Cloud First-in-Nation Colorado AI Law: Implications and Considerations for the Security Industry
Governor Asks for Further Refinement and Federal Preemption On May 17, 2024, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signed into law Senate Bill 205 (SB-205), making Colorado the first state in the…
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EU Passes AI Act: What Does It Mean for the Security Industry?
In the early morning hours on Dec. 9, 2023, European Union (EU) lawmakers announced that an agreement was reached to finalize its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act, legislation under development for…
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NDAA Section 889 Update: Grant Funding Eligibility for Equipment Replacement
Since 2018, the Security Industry Association (SIA) has provided timely updates to members about implementation of “Section 889” U.S. government procurement and grant prohibitions on certain Chinese video surveillance and…
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