MN HF3661

Prohibits all Minnesota state and local government entities and law enforcement agencies from obtaining, retaining, accessing, or using facial recognition surveillance systems, including through agreements with private entities.

Defines "face surveillance" as any automated or semiautomated process that identifies individuals or captures information based on physical characteristics of a person's face.

Bars any evidence collected through facial recognition in violation of this law from being admitted in court proceedings, grand juries, or hearings; such data must be deleted upon discovery.

Allows individuals to sue government entities for violations, with damages of at least $1,000 or $100 per violation (whichever is greater), plus attorney fees and costs for prevailing plaintiffs.

Government officials who violate the law may face retraining, suspension, or termination; effective date is August 1, 2026.