ICE Out of Our Faces Act
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The gist
Bans ICE, CBP, and deputized local police from using facial recognition or other biometric surveillance, and lets people sue if officers break the rules.
Who wins, who loses
- Wins: immigrants, privacy advocates, travelers at airports, and communities near borders.
- Loses: Department of Homeland Security agencies that rely on biometric tech; surveillance contractors selling to ICE/CBP.
What it does
- Bans covered officers from acquiring, accessing, or using biometric surveillance systems or their data.
- Requires deletion of all collected biometric data within 30 days of enactment.
- Blocks evidence from biometric surveillance in federal court proceedings.
- Lets individuals and state attorneys general sue for damages, fees, and injunctions.
Why should I care?
Supporters say facial recognition is often inaccurate, especially on people of color, and enables mass tracking without warrants. Critics argue the tech helps officers quickly identify suspects, fugitives, and security threats at borders. An alternative being debated: allow biometrics with court orders and accuracy audits instead of a full ban. Where do you land? Vote below and use "Tell Your Rep" to make sure your voice reaches Congress.