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AR HB1871

Bill

Status

Failed

4/27/2011

Primary Sponsor

David Meeks

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Origin

House of Representatives

88th General Assembly (2011 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Creates optional religious exemption allowing individuals to opt out of biometric data collection and social security number retention when applying for or renewing Arkansas driver's licenses

  • Requires Office of Driver Services to permanently delete within 90 days all previously collected biometric data and social security numbers from persons claiming the exemption

  • Establishes technical specifications for facial images of exempted individuals (49+ pixel head width, 85+ pixel maximum width, 106+ pixel height) with white background to distinguish from facial recognition images

  • Limits storage of facial images for exempted persons to one current image only and restricts disclosure to law enforcement, child support enforcement, and public assistance for locating missing persons

  • Preserves law enforcement collection of photographs and fingerprints for serious traffic violations, hazardous materials endorsements, sex offender registration, and criminal investigations; exempts state and law enforcement from liability related to exemption claims

Legislative Description

To Create The Biometric Data And Social Security Number Religious Exemption For Driver's Licenses.

Last Action

House Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

4/27/2011

Committee Referrals

Public Transportation3/3/2011

Full Bill Text

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